The Paris Opera House: The Future Of The Paris Opera House

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When architects are put on this earth they have a dream; a dream to change the world in some way, shape, or form. If the architects receive fame and fortunes a result from their work, then that’s just a good perk. The project that they start to work on, integrates numerous elements in order to achieve the set goal. It should also be noted that every space is originally intended for a certain program, regardless of the space being flexible in use. The Paris Opera House professes, via its ceremonious and grand design, its function as a space suited for a gathering place of a “fashionable audience in an era of conspicuous wealth” (Kleiner 811) to enjoy art.
History:
Fred Kleiner book, “Gardner's Art through the Ages: A Global History,” illustrates how the Paris Opera House is a “sight to behold for the wandering eye” (Kleiner 812). The Paris Opera, or Palais Garnier, is regarded as the most famous auditorium in the world. Consisting of 2,200 seats, the opera house was built between 1861 and 1875. It was originally called the Salle des Capucines due to its particular location. However it later became known as the Palais Garnier in recognition of the French architect Charles Garnier. It was designed as part of the great Parisian reconstruction, initiated by Emperor Napolean III of the Second Empire. Napolean chose Baron Haussmann as the supervisor for the reconstruction. The project would be the second theatre for the Parisian Opera and Ballet companies. A competition was announced, ending in Garnier’s winning bid.
Unfortunately, there were setbacks varying from the fall of the Second French Empire to natural disasters. For example, the ground was swampy, due to a subterranean lake being present beneath it, leading to a ruin in ...

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...ng renders services that relate with the design of the building. The building offers culture, art, and elegance to a specific audience. The architect took into consideration the function of his space and how his intended audience would use the space, thus changing the audience to the kind that he wants. It is possible however to have a different program set for the space offered by the building, however it’s unlikely to happen. This is because it’s such a historic building and people want its purpose to live on.
All in all, the Paris Opera House is a novel and imaginative building brought about from the Second Empire. With its exultant neo-classical style and tenacious baroque style, Garnier and the project’s admirers saw the House in a new majestic and imperial style. It serves as a space for the talent enthusiasts in the world and offers artistic treasure.

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