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Kurokawa, Kisho was born on April 8, 1934 in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Son of Miki and Ineko Kurokawa.
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This volume presents 23 of the architect's most important projects, documenting his attempt to challenge the homogenized designs of the Machine Age and explore the concept of symbiotic architecture, which is an architecture of regionalism, open to dialogue with the rest of the world.
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THE MASTER ARCHITECT SERIES is a series of monographs on some of the greatest architects and architectural firms of our time. Each monograph will contain 256 pages displaying several hundred color photographs, drawings, sketches and renderings. Although primarily a pictorial essay, the books will contain selected projects described in concise detail, along with a critique or overview of the firm, a resume of the partners, and a comprehensive bibliography.
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This is a unique book that looks at architecture, culture and a new aesthetic - that of symbiosis. It is a philosophy of "both-and" rather than "either-or." A practice of mix and match rather than creation from scratch.
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The word symbiosis comes from the Greek term for "living together" - referring to a relationship between two or more organisms that is not only advantageous but necessary to both. Today, as national boundaries give way to larger economic alliances, increased discussion and interchange is imperative. Kisho Kurokawa, the noted Japanese architect and urban planner, argues that symbiosis is the means to this end. Symbiosis differs basically from concepts of harmony or peace, because it encompasses both opposition and competition. The author sees evidence everywhere that an increasingly symbiotic attitude is taking root around the world, not only in shifts toward democracy and interreliance but in the growing emphasis on pluralism, multiculturalism, and especially ecology - "the symbiosis of diverse species." The book touches on the writer's areas of professional specialization - architecture and urban planning - but the philosophy of symbiosis, which already boasts a substantial following among some of the world's most prominent political and business leaders, concerns us all. In addition to multiple issues of direct concern to the evolving relationship - economic, political, and cultural - between the West and Japan, the second half of Each One a Hero: The Philosophy of Symbiosis analyzes in detail the Asian Renaissance underway today. A spotlight is thrown on Malaysia and the plan for a Multimedia Super Corridor, or Eco-Media City, currently attracting global notice and investment.
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Symbiosis, as defined by Kisho Kurokawa, one of Japan's leading architects, is a new way of interpreting today's culture. A philosophy which takes its name from ecological and biological concepts, it puts forward ideals developed from traditional Japanese philosophy and culture, while continually acknowledging the presence of the multivalent, contemporary world. It is a philosophy of "both-and" rather than "either-or", a practice of mix-and-match rather than creation from scratch, an ethic of inclusion rather than exclusion. As such, it is thought to be one of the most essential statements of post-modern culture to date. Kurokawa feels that we will recognize each other's differing personalities while competing and will co-operate while we oppose and criticize each other.
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This book provides an up-to-date illustrated account of current developments in Japanese architecture. It has been compiled by Kisho Kurokawa, himself an internationally celebrated architect, whose essay guides us towards understanding the innovative and exciting new projects which feature in this book. In addition, Kurokawa helps us to understand current projects against the background of Japan's distinctive and sometimes exclusive cultural and spiritual tradition. Thirty of Japan's most vigorous contemporary architects - among them Itsuko Hasegawa, Kazuyo Kijima, Tadao Ando, Kan Izue and Kazuo Shiho - have been selected. Two projects by each are examined complete with drawings and plans. Short accompanying texts by the respective architects explain each design and convey philosophical ideas as well as more technical information. Kurokawa also points out that these architects support a variety of architectural traditions yet share a common heritage: even the most seemingly high-tech Japanese building has its roots in an "invisible" spiritual tradition. "New Wave of Japanese Architecture" not only enhances our understanding of Japan's development as the world's most technologically advanced nation, it also gives us a glimpse of buildings which will influence future generations worldwide. This book gives us a new vision of Japan as it moves towards the 21st century.
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Kurokawa, Kisho was born on April 8, 1934 in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Son of Miki and Ineko Kurokawa.
Bachelor of Architecture, Kyoto University, 1957. Master in Architecture, Tokyo University, 1964. President Kisho Kurokawa Architect & Associations.
Chairman Urban Design Consultant, Incorporated.
Principal Institute Social Engineering, Incorporated. President KurokawaInternat., Incorporated.
Analyst Japan Broadcasting Corporation, 1974. Honorary professor.U. Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1985.
Visiting professor Tsinghua University, Beijing, People"s Republican of China, 1986.
Advisor International Design Conference Aspen, United States of America, 1974. Chairman Japan Committee on Bicentennial of French Revolution,1988. Commissioner World Architecture Triennale, Nara, 1992.
General producer World Architecture Exposition 1998, Nara, 1991.
Le Colisee, Nimes, France, Gateway Center, Los Angeles, California, Republic Plaza Singapore, Sporting Clubs, United States of America, Japan Tower, Paris la Defense, Osaka Prefecture Government Headquarters, Japan. Melbourne Central Australia.President Kisho Kurokawa Architect & Associates. Chairman Urban Design Consultant, Inc. Principal Institute Social Engineering, Inc.
Analyst Japan Broadcasting Corporation, 1974—2007. Honorary professor University Buenos Aires, 1985-2007, Southeast University, China, 1999-2007. Visiting professor Tsinghua University, Beijing, 1986-2007.
Advisor International Design Conference, Aspen, Colorado, 1974-2007. Chairman Japan Committee on Bicentennial of French Revolution, 1988-2007. Commissioner World Architecture Triennale, Nara, Japan, 1991-2007.
Advisor Municipal Government Shenzhen, China, 1999-2007, Prime Minister, Republican of Kazakhstan, 2000-2007, Municipal Government Guangzhou, China, 2000-2007.
(This volume presents 23 of the architect's most important...)
(The word symbiosis comes from the Greek term for "living ...)
(THE MASTER ARCHITECT SERIES is a series of monographs on ...)
(Symbiosis, as defined by Kisho Kurokawa, one of Japan's l...)
(This book provides an up-to-date illustrated account of c...)
(This is a unique book that looks at architecture, culture...)
(Book by Kurokawa, Kisho)
(Tall quarto. Wraps. 208 pp, many plates and illustrations...)
Director Research Forum on Liberal Society, 1977-2007. Representative Japan Forum of Design and Culture, 1990-2007. General producer World Architecture Exposition, Nara, 1988, 90-2007.
Advisory Japanese National Railways, 1970-1981. Member Japan Foundation Steering Committee, Ministry Foreign Affairs, 1972-1980, Central Council Education Ministry Education, 1977-1981, Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister, Policy-making Study Group for Concept of Garden City State, 1978-1980, Security, 1979-1980, Culture, 1979-1980. Commentator Japan Broadcasting Corporation, 1974-1991.
Vice president Japan Federation Professional Archtitects Association, 1978-1980. Member Japanese-Chinese Friendship for the 21st Century Committee, 1985. Chairman Japan Committee Bicentennial of French Revolution, 1988-1989.
Fellow American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (honorary, award of Excellence for book Intercultural Architecture), Royal Institute British Architects (honorary), Union Architects Bulgaria (honorary), Royal Society Arts United Kingdom (life). Member Japan Institute Architects, Architectural Institute Japan, City Planning Institute Japan, Japan Sopc. Futurology, Japan Society Ethnology, Japan Society Landscape Design (president 2000-2007), Union Architects Kazakhstan (honorary).
Married Akayo Wakao; 2 children.