Famous Japanese architects and their distinct styles
Japanese architecture mesmerises with its fluidity between tradition and modernity. We present you five award-winning Japanese architects that have shaped urban landscapes and the lives of their inhabitants in Japan.
21st-century art in a 14th-century city: SANAA’s creation for Kanazawa
Contemporary in both content and in concept, Kanazawa’s 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art is a signature example of innovative design duo SANAA’s creativity.
Naoshima: An island gallery for Japan's top architects
Housed in museums, perched on the ends of piers and showcased underground, the art of Naoshima is well known, but the island is also home to a series of structures and spaces designed by the country's most influential architects.
Architecture explored: Autumn exhibitions in Tokyo
The indelible link between art and architecture allows for a deeper exploration of the buildings that surround us, their creators and the reflections they provide of our society. Explore these bonds at one of Tokyo's many architectural exhibitions this fall.
Redesigning department stores and third-wave coffee shops with concrete, plywood and a minimalist style, Schemata Architects are offering an alternative look in a city obsessed with shine.
Waterworks: Fluidity and movement in the designs of SANAA
Inviting guests to relax beneath rivers and students to study amidst the waves, architectural firm SANAA allows water to inspire its creations — binding concept, structure and function into a single stream of design.
Innovative, influential and ingenious: Toyo Ito and his impact on Japanese architecture
Creator of stunning abstract buildings, unusual homes, community hubs and temporary housing, Toyo Ito is one of Japan's most influential architects by far.
Technology, text and tradition: The architectural wonders of Japan's modern libraries
A feast for the eyes as well as the mind, the libraries of Japan have become more than a stifled study space. Today, they encompass nature, inspiration and creativity, with renowned architects leading the way for their reinvention as modern spaces.
