Walt Disney Concert Hall

The Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry, is famous not only for its striking, stainless-steel exterior but also for its acoustically sophisticated interior. One of the fun facts about the building is that its original reflective metal exterior caused a unique problem: it was so shiny that sunlight reflected off it onto nearby buildings and sidewalks, significantly increasing temperatures in the area. This led to complaints from neighboring residents and businesses. To solve this, portions of the exterior were sanded down to reduce the glare, ultimately ensuring that the building was both an architectural marvel and a good neighbor.