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The amphitheatre's unique form was inspired by the challenge to create a covered venue for up to 10,000 patrons without obstructing the impressive views of the surrounding mountains—one of Vancouver's precious natural resources. Delivering an unforgettable experience for both the audience and performer was a driving force for our team, as was ecological sustainability. Hastings Park, the location of the PNE Amphitheatre, is a treasured amenity with a rich history; we wanted to design something that would harmonize the natural beauty of the site and surroundings with the rich cultural experience of the performances under the roof. We worked closely with our structural engineers to optimize the form of the mass timber roof; the final design spans an impressive 105m with 25m-high arcs.
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The Amphitheatre is located in Hastings Park, which is surrounded by residential neighbourhoods and is adjacent to the commercially significant Hastings corridor. This is both an opportunity and a call to action.
The park's central location embeds it in the social fabric of the city, meaning it is perfectly poised to meet the needs of the community. The public is eager for opportunities to gather and experience culture; there is a need for venues that can attract touring artists and accommodate local talent, which has intensified in the aftermath of COVID.
With this opportunity, however, comes the responsibility to be a good neighbour. We worked closely with our acousticians to minimize event noise pollution to the surrounding neighbourhood while optimizing the audience experience.
Lifespan carbon emissions will be mostly expended during construction rather than building operation. As such, to meet the project's ambitious sustainability goals, the building material needed to be low carbon, from renewable sources, and durable enough to avoid carbon intensive retrofits during the building's lifespan. Mass timber was chosen, which also allows for local sourcing to further minimize the carbon footprint.
Over 2,000m3 of mass timber will be used to realize the landmark roof, achieving a 40% reduction in embodied carbon compared to baseline. The project will also be 100% electric and near-zero emissions, is targeting LEED Gold and Salmon Safe Certifications, and includes an innovative stormwater management system that captures and cleans the first 48mm of rainwater.
The new PNE Amphitheatre is a triumph of architectural innovation, engineering ingenuity, and acoustic excellence. Its defining feature is a precedent-setting starburst mass timber arch roof—one of the largest free-span timber roofs in the world, harnessing this material's compression capacity over 105m. The design features 60 arches arranged in 6 barrel vaulted segments that intersect at diagonal planes, creating 25m-high arcs that frame a perfect view of the picturesque mountains for which Vancouver is known. The landmark roof will provide exceptional sound performance and unmistakable character for a memorable audience and performer experience.
Designed with flexible, state-of-the-art infrastructure, a generous permanent stage, 3-storey back-of-house building, and facilities for merchandise, food, and beverage sales, the venue will suit a variety of events. Custom house lighting, rigging, and sound equipment will provide plug-and-play conditions, making the venue accessible to community groups and non-profits. A variety of audience areas including removable, fixed, and lawn seating, as well as box suites, will accommodate up to 10,000 patrons.
Embodying holistic sustainability, the PNE Amphitheatre will support ecological resilience and social vitality. In addition to ambitious environmental goals, the project manifests inspiring accessible design: a generous ramp network flanking the seating area will provide equitable access and enhance the guest experience.
The stunning PNE Amphitheatre signifies a bright future for our organization. Revery masterfully addressed multiple stakeholder needs including live entertainment, arts, culture, and community groups with a beautiful design that also reflects the uniqueness of our site and speaks to our community values and local First Nations' culture. The Amphitheatre is the economic driver that will support Hastings Park in continuing to be a space for people to connect and to thrive for many years to come.
Revery Architecture is an internationally recognized Canadian architecture, planning, and interior design practice. Our name reflects a unique blend of creative reverie and technical precision that is fundamental to our design approach.
Venelin Kokalov is Revery's Principal and longtime Design Lead. His passion for creating inspiring, authentically responsive buildings that encourage connection, improve quality of life, and bring joy is central to the firm's mission of community placemaking and aligning architecture with broader social initiatives.
Our work strives for an authentic sense of place that brings people together. With each project, we look to create lasting positive impact that extends beyond the walls of the building.
Our innovative designs are resilient and transformative. We believe that meaningful sustainability lies at the intersection of environmental, economic, and social realms, and that each must be addressed to deliver a successful and enduring project.
