Unesco Ancient Theatre Revitalization

Unesco Ancient Theatre Revitalization is a cultural facility proposal for an ancient open-air theatre. The design applies adaptive reuse through minimal and reversible intervention that protects the archaeological fabric. A lightweight tensile membrane roof, carried by a slender modular steel frame, filters daylight and moderates temperature while keeping views open to the landscape. Calibrated roof openings and radial circulation paths support natural ventilation and passive cooling. The resulting flexible space hosts performances, public gatherings and civic events.

Unesco Ancient Theatre Revitalization Cultural Facility by Dingdong Tang was identified as a grand illustration of architectural design by the A' Design Award. Unesco Ancient Theatre Revitalization Cultural Facility earned the Silver A' Design Award in Architecture, Building and Structure Design in 2026. The A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award is an international, jury-voted, fair and ethical design prize which honors excellent design of skyscrapers, museums, residential buildings, commercial complexes, educational institutions, religious structures, infrastructure designs, landscaping projects and more.

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