Luzerne Culture and Congress Center,
Luzerne, Switzerland 

The new cultural and congress center of Luzerne has been internationally recognized: on the one hand because of its spectacular architecture carried out by the Parisian architect Jean Nouvel and on the other hand because of the excellent acoustic qualities of the concert hall.

Luzerne now possesses a new emblem in its water fountain and concert hall. Various Topakustik products were used to satisfy the requirements of the architect and noted acoustician Russel Johnsen. More than 16,000 square feet (1500 square meters) of cherry and maple veneers were used. Topakustik wall treatments provided reflections for the stage area and Johnsen carefully verified the assembly of the reflectors.

Maple Topakustik of the type 13/3M11.8 was implemented for soloists as well as for the orchestra located at the rear of the stage. In accordance with the instructions of Johnsen, the absorbing and reflecting zones were alternated. However, both absorbing and reflecting surfaces were provided with a Topakustik groove to create a homogeneous appearance.

All the walls down to the finished floor and cabinet facades are equipped with Topakustik. This application reflects the acoustical and aesthetic versatility of the Topakustik system.

Installed Products