Learn architecture by an architect Mr.Kuma's works in KAGURAZAKA

Do you know Mr.Kengo Kuma, a famous Japanese architect who designed a new national stadium for 2020 Tokyo Olympic games and new Kabukiza (Kabuki theater building)? He is one of the modern architecture giants, and there are his two architectural works in Kagurazaka.


 The first work is AKAGI shrine located near Kagurazaka station (Kagurazaka exit). The main building of this shrine was re-constructed a few years ago with audacious design as traditional religious building by Kengo Kuma. He displayed his special talent as Japanese designer to the utmost extent.

 

There is another construction beside the shrine, a residential building with cafeteria in the lobby. The vertical lines on the wall are very impressive. 


Coupled with shrine's modern design, traditional foo dogs seem to be re-designed, too. But I am not sure if this is also the work of Kengo Kuma. (Probably not)


The other one locates in front of Kagurazaka station Yarai exit. This is a shopping center called La Kagu, which means "furniture". There once was a warehouse of publishing company in this place, and Kengo Kuma renovated the building in his own way. You can buy stylish furniture, sundries, and clothes here.

Mixture of vertical lines on the building and horizontal lines produced by footsteps are combined to make intriguing contrast. 


Kengo Kuma architecture

   





 

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