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Kisho Kurokawa

Kurokawa was a leading figure of the Metabolism movement, practicing the idea of architecture growing and renewing like organisms in works like the Nakagin Capsule Tower. His 'symbiosis' philosophy had far-reaching influence, with works spanning tradition and modernity, showcasing the innovative vitality of Japanese architecture in the postwar era.

Life span1934 – 2007Nationality / Region日本StyleMetabolismEducation京都大学,东京大学研究生院
Metabolism

Ideas

新陈代谢——建筑像生物一样生长、变化、更新
胶囊建筑——可更换的单元与永久结构
共生哲学——传统与现代、自然与人造、局部与整体
中间领域——模糊室内与室外的暧昧空间

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Influenced by

Kenzō Tange

1913–2005 · 现代主义大师

Influenced

Toyo Ito

1941– · 当代

Works

4 buildings

1972Nakagin Capsule Tower东京, 日本
1989Hiroshima City Museum广岛, 日本
1998Kuala Lumpur International Airport吉隆坡, 马来西亚
2007The National Art Center Tokyo东京, 日本

All works

Hiroshima City Museum

Hiroshima City Museum

广岛, 日本 · 1989

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

Kuala Lumpur International Airport

吉隆坡, 马来西亚 · 1998

Nakagin Capsule Tower

Nakagin Capsule Tower

东京, 日本 · 1972

The National Art Center Tokyo

The National Art Center Tokyo

东京, 日本 · 2007

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Influenced by

Kenzō Tange1913 – 2005

Influenced

Toyo Ito1941 –

Related Buildings

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building东京, 日本, 1991Yoyogi National Gymnasium东京, 日本, 1964