Maths of the Sydney Opera House: Nature Inspiring Design

Maths of the Sydney Opera House: Nature Inspiring Design

Opera House Stories
Sep 10, 2025

What is fractal geometry and how did it help build the Opera House? Learn about how architect Jørn Utzon took inspiration from the natural environment to reflect its the harbourside location of the building with Eddie Woo and Richard Johnson, an architect who worked directly with Utzon.

Maths of the Sydney Opera House is a four part video series with award-winning maths teacher, author and Wootube star Eddie Woo uncovering the mathematical concepts behind the construction and design solutions of Opera House.