Chan Centre for the Performing Arts

Location:

6265 Crescent Road

Date:

1995-1997

Architect:

Bing Thom O.C. Architects

Cost:

$25 million

Sources of funds:

The Chan Foundation of Canada ($10 million), B.C. TEL, Royal Bank Finanical Group, matching fund from government of B.C. ($15 million).

Building users:

Faculty of Arts, Department of Music and Theatre

Architectural features:

Its curved wall was constructed using Peri Rundflex System, a concrete forming system that allows contractor to form a variety of curves, the first one used in North America. Heavy usage of zinc (self-cleaning, self-weathering) was applied which has reflective and shimmering qualities and was environmentally-friendly. Its heavy masonry and concrete construction required ensuring acoustic relation of performance space.

Notes:

The Centre consists of the 1400-seat Chan Shun Concert Hall (180-288 seats), the BCTel Studio Theatre, and the Royal Bank Cinema (158 seats). It is designed for ceremonies, music and theatre programs, and conferences.

Sources:

Fine Arts Pamphlet Files; UBC Buildings (Campus Planning); UBC Reports May 22, 1997

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