Located in Hamburg, Germany is the Elbphilharmonie Philharmonic Hall. The first foundation stone was laid in 2007, and completion of the project came in 2017. Currently, the Elbphilharmonie is one of the largest and acoustically advanced philharmonic halls in the world. The building resembles a large ship at sea. The glass mimics the look of a sail blowing in the wind, while the lower section represents the hull. I love this structure personally because I was able to figure out the deeper meaning behind its design before doing research. The building gives off the message that ship life has played a significant role in the livelihood of people of Hamburg for many years. The Elbphilharmonie is a building that not only hosts concerts but also makes it clear that Hamburg is a city proud of its harbor.