Lincoln Center, New York

Robert Adam Architects was asked to design a scheme to replace the renowned cultural and performance centre. The scheme was part of a campaign by leading American publication, City Journal, to promote the demolition of the existing Lincoln Centre buildings to allow for a completely re-built civic facility in monumental form.

Robert Adam's classically based design facilitates the expansion of the Lincoln Square to create a significant new urban space with ample room for new buildings. The design proposes a massive Doric portico leading into the enclosed square which would be the site of a new civic landmark, an Opera House Tower.

A Corinthian loggia lines the south side of the square and the Opera House building supports roof top gardens and a restaurant.