Ando's couture concrete: Restrained yet revolutionary

Article Abstract:

Tadao Ando has been influenced by western architecture, but his work retains a Japanese character. He is best known for his use of concrete in a recognisably Japanese manner. However he does not follow traditional plan forms, and his design for the Lotus Pond Hall of Honpukuji ignored convention. His use of exposed shuttering provides a link with the traditional architecture of Japanese homes, and the level of restraint in his work is the essence of Japanese style.

Usage, Japan, Concretes, Concrete

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Going up down under: the future of skyscrapers

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A description is presented of the discussions which took place at the Sixth World Congress of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat in Melbourne, Australia, in March 2001. The importance of tall buildings to city planning is discussed.

Environmental aspects, Architects, Skyscrapers, High rise buildings, Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat

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Breaking down cultural walls

Article Abstract:

Berlin, Germany, has been transformed in a decade from a dreary city to a place with landmark architecture. The British Council for Office's conference in the city in 2001 was able to learn about these remarkable changes.

Design and construction, Buildings and facilities, Berlin, Germany, British Council for Office

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