Hamilton-Wenham Public Library

Kengo Kuma, my life as an architect in Tokyo, translated from the Japanese by Polly Barton

eng

contains biographical information

illustrations

no index present

non fiction

Kengo Kuma

1152027821

translated from the Japanese by Polly Barton

my life as an architect in Tokyo

"A personal tour of Tokyo's architecture, as seen through the eyes of one of the world's most acclaimed architects who is also designing the primary venue for the Tokyo Olympic games. Tokyo is Japan's cultural and commercial epicenter, bursting with vibrancy and life. Its buildings, both historical and contemporary, are a direct reflection of its history and its people. Kengo Kuma was only ten years old when he found himself so inspired by Tokyo's cityscape that he decided to become an architect. Here he tells the story of his career through twenty-five inspirational buildings in the city. Kuma's passion is evident on every page, as well as his curiosity about construction methods and his wealth of knowledge about buildings around the world, making this a unique commentary on Tokyo's dynamic architecture. Kengo Kuma: My Life as an Architect is an intimate and truly inspiring book, revealing the beauty that exists in the world's everyday spaces." --, Provided by publisher

Yoyogi National Gymnasium -- Shibuya -- Daikan-yama -- One Omotesandō -- Meiji Jingū Museum -- Nezu Museum -- Nezu Museum -- Sunny Hills -- National Stadium -- Suntory Museum of Art -- Kitte -- Shinjuku -- Mejiro -- Ikebukuro -- Ueno & Yanesen -- Jugetsudo Kabuki-za -- Tsukiji & Shinbashi -- Takanawa Gateway Station -- La Kagu -- Akagi Shrine -- Daiwa Ubiquitous Computing Research Building -- Western Tokyo -- Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Centre -- Mokojima -- Tetchan

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