All eyes will be on the Japan National Stadium later today for the Olympics opening ceremony. The 68,000 capacity stadium, built especially for these Olympics, was opened in December 2019. It is the creation of favorite son architect Kuma Kengo. Kuma, who also teaches architecture, is especially known for the way in which his designs … Continue reading Celebrating the architectural wonders of Kuma Kengo
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Yusuhara: a showcase of natural wood in Kengo Kuma architecture
This article describes how the renowned architect Kengo Kuma's designs were influenced by this Shikoku town, and how the town has been shaped by the architect. (Archived article originally published by Japan Today.)