A concrete wave frozen in mid-air against the Atlantic horizon.
Arts complex in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.
Featured in Santiago Calatrava's definitive monograph, Santiago Calatrava: Complete Works.
Visitor Guide
Walk around the base to see the 'trencadís' finish—broken white ceramic—a nod to Gaudí that gives the concrete a shimmering, living quality.
From the Castillo de San Juan Bautista, which provides a perfect contrast between historical stone and Calatrava’s white wing.
Public spaces and the café are open daily; guided tours or performance tickets are required for the main symphonic hall.
The massive overhanging 'wing' is not merely decorative; it is a structural shell that supports its own weight via its complex curvature.
1-2 hours
Design & Structure
Developed through physical sculptural models that were digitized to calculate the center of gravity for the dramatic 50-meter cantilever.
White concrete finished with bright white ceramic fragments; the interior utilizes wood for acoustic warmth.
Features a 'wing' that rises 58 meters, consisting of two intersecting cones that create a rigid shell structure capable of huge spans without internal supports.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed Auditorio de Tenerife?+
Auditorio de Tenerife was designed by Santiago Calatrava and completed in 2003. It is located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.
Where is Auditorio de Tenerife located?+
Auditorio de Tenerife is located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. Its coordinates are 28.4561°, -16.2513°.
When was Auditorio de Tenerife built?+
Auditorio de Tenerife was completed in 2003. It was designed by Santiago Calatrava.
Can I visit Auditorio de Tenerife?+
Auditorio de Tenerife is a real building in Santa Cruz de Tenerife that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.