Open Christchurch 2025: Acoustic design at The Piano

With: Jon Farren (Marshall Day Acoustics)

Where: The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Central City (The address will be sent to registered attendees)

Jon Farren discusses the acoustic design of the Piano Centre for the Performing Arts, starting with how the client brief informed the form of The Philip Carter Family Concert Hall, through to explaining the differences in acoustical character for music and speech performance.

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Sunday 4 May: 11 - 11:30am
Free, Bookings essential

Important things to know

Allow 20 minutes plus extra time for questions
Building is step-free
Tour/site involves steps
Building access via ramp
Lift available
Places to sit and rest inside building
Some areas wheelchair inaccessible
Accessible toilets on site

About Open Christchurch:

2-4 May 2025

Open Christchurch is a one-weekend-only festival of exceptional architecture. It’s for everyone in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Building owners/kaitiaki will literally open their doors so you can experience great design from the inside

Uncover new spaces or get up close to the buildings you love. With 50+ buildings and 5 guided walks to choose from, you’ll discover your city in a new way.

Visit openchch.nz for more information.

Photo by The Records