Elbphilharmonie by Herzog & de Meuron · Neutral

The Elbphilharmonie, the highly anticipated new concert hall housed in this unique structure right on the Elbe river is due for completion in 2016. It comprises three concert halls, one hotel, 45 flats and the Plaza, a public square elevated 37 metres above the river, with an amazing 360 degree panoramic view of the city. The acoustically superior concert hall that stands 50 metres above the river provides seating for 2,150 people. Neutral’s evocative approach combines footage of the construction site with