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The new auditorium of the Bahia Orchestra seems to float over the Atlantic Forest

The project, signed by the Swiss studio Leopold Banchini, uses robust elements of brutalism in perfect symbiosis with projects.

By Giovanna Jarandilha

Submitted at May 4, 2025, 7:00 AM

03 min de leitura
The new auditorium of the Bahia Orchestra seems to float over the Atlantic Forest
In the green heart of Salvador, a new construction promises to become a true landmark of music and architecture: the Neojiba Rehearsal Room. Designed by the Swiss studio Leopold Banchini as a donation to the project, this innovative structure combines the robust elements of brutalism with the lightness of nature, which appears here as a structuring part of the project. Located in the Parque do Queimado, the room emerges as a musical sanctuary that seems to float over the lush Atlantic Forest.
Rehearsal Room of Neojiba, Orchestra of Bahia. Project by studio Leopold Banchini.

(Estúdio Leopold Banchini/Divulgação)

Designed for the Bahia Youth Orchestra, the room prioritizes high-quality acoustics, in addition to celebrating the connection with the natural projects. Its bold form, molded in concrete, was carefully thought out to ensure that the sound reverberates in the best way possible. But what really sets it apart is how it elevates on supports, allowing the circulation of air and light to create a vibrant and airy project.
Neojiba Rehearsal Room, Bahia Orchestra. Project by studio Leopold Banchini.

(Estúdio Leopold Banchini/Divulgação)

The musicians rehearsing in this incredible space not only enjoy superior acoustics, but also have the opportunity to contemplate the tropical landscape around them. The height of the structure is not just an aesthetic issue; it enriches the musical experience, bringing the beauty of the forest directly into the heart of the creative process.
Rehearsal Room of Neojiba, Orchestra of Bahia. Project by studio Leopold Banchini.

(Estúdio Leopold Banchini/Divulgação)

The new Neojiba rehearsal room is a place that promises to inspire not only musicians, but everyone who has the opportunity to visit it. The harmony between architecture, music, and nature creates an inspiring space that celebrates the most beautiful aspects of Bahian culture and invites everyone to imagine a future where art and nature coexist in perfect symbiosis.
Neojiba Rehearsal Room, Orchestra of Bahia. Project by the studio Leopold Banchini.

(Estúdio Leopold Banchini/Divulgação)