April 22, 2010
Where is Architecture?
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on April 2010 In trying to determine the special characteristics of architecture, say the curators at the Museum of Modern Art Tokyo, it is important to examine how and in what form it arises. With this in mind, the MOMAT presents “Where is Architecture? Seven Installations by Japanese Architects.” Instead of […]
By Metropolis
Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on April 2010
Life Tunnel (Psycho Building, Hayward Gallery, London) 2008. Photo © 2009 Atelier Bow-Wow Co. Ltdz
In trying to determine the special characteristics of architecture, say the curators at the Museum of Modern Art Tokyo, it is important to examine how and in what form it arises. With this in mind, the MOMAT presents “Where is Architecture? Seven Installations by Japanese Architects.” Instead of the usual diagrams and scale models, the show offers specially created installations, including a space carved out of three types of polyhedrons and an exhibit where a “space is born and dies.” Celebrated exhibitors include Toyo Ito, although recent Pritzker Prize winners SANAA are, sadly, missing.
The National Museum of Modern Art
Where is Architecture? Seven Installations by Japanese Architects. Apr 29-Aug 8, free (HS and under)/¥450 (univ)/¥850 (adult). 3-1 Kitanomaru Park, Chiyoda-ku. Tel: 03-5777-8600 (Hello Dial). Open Tue-Sun 10am-5pm (Fri until 8pm), closed Mon. Nearest stn: Takebashi, exit 1B. www.momat.go.jp
