The New World Symphony Campus

Project Summary

The New World Symphony Project in Miami was designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry. The New World Symphony Project features a variable seating (max. 700 seat) recording/webcast/performance space with 360 degree projection capability, a digital music library, 26 individual rehearsal rooms, six ensemble rehearsal rooms and a multi-purpose room, all outfitted with internet2 technology for long distance learning, artist suites, fellow changing rooms, administrative offices and over 100 instrument lockers. The project also includes the addition of a two-acre public park and a 600-plus space public parking garage, both constructed by the City of Miami Beach, adjacent to the campus.

The Project’s 2824 tons of steel shop detailing for fabrication was commissioned to BDS VirCon. A 3D model was built by the architect Gehry Partners LLP that included all other disciplines to ensure accurate integration of all disciplines involved. That model was then passed on to BDS VirCon where it was imported into Tekla 3D modelling system to produce a 3D model where connections etc. could be added. This meant the complex curved pipe elements of the project could be done with accuracy. The project required the creation of approximately 4638 assembly drawings and mark plans, 1096 wrap template drawings for the cutting of the complex curved element pipe ends, 7153 various fitting drawings and took sixteen months to complete.