Renovation of the 1644-seat historic landmark concert hall, including transformation and enlargement of the stage.

Victoria Hall.
Victoria Hall.
Victoria Hall.
Stage of the Victoria Hall after renovation.
Rear balcony of the Victoria Hall.
Acoustic reflectors to the side of the stage.
Partially transparent
wood screens delimiting the stage laterally.
Stalls and stage of the Victoria Hall during the renovation.
The musicians’ foyer can be
seen in the background.
Information Sheet

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Location   Geneva, Switzerland. Historic landmark hall.

Project Cost   10 million CHF.

Time Frame   Feasibility study in 2004, design 2005-2006, implementation of improvement measures in 2006.

Owner   City of Geneva.

Architect(s)   SRA Kössler & Morel, Geneva.

Theatre Planner(s)   Alexandre Forissier, Pontvolant, Geneva.

Seat Count   1644-seat concert hall. Total area 4 500 m².

Uses   Concert hall for the Orchestre de la Suisse romande, symphony orchestra concerts, chamber music, recitals, some amplified music events, especially Jazz and World Music.

Services   Evaluation of existing condition, proposal for acoustical improvements for on-stage acoustics, noise control for improved ventilation system, post-opening services.

Team   Eckhard Kahle, Project Manager, Nathalie Faillet, Kahle Acoustics.