A timber roof structure was recently constructed over an existing amphitheater in Jelgava, Latvia. The project, located on Pasta Island, serves as a multi-functional building for leisure, cultural, and social activities.

The decision was made to use an oval structure to cover the circular amphitheater. The architectural design was inspired by a seashell, as the building is located on an island. Special acoustic screens, panels as well as rounded elements for the beams were designed in collaboration with an acoustics engineer to provide optimal sound for high-level performances.

Investor
City of Jelgava, Latvia
www.jelgava.lv

Architectural Design
Vents Grietens
Projektu birojs Grietens un Kagainis SIA, Latvia

Structural Design
Rodentia SIA, Latvia
www.rodentia.lv

Construction
Igate Būve SIA, Latvia
http://www.igatebuve.lv

Manufacturing
IKTK SIA, Latvia