【Arata Isozaki】First Major Retrospective Since His Passing Held at Art Tower Mito. Experience the Full Scope of the "Giant of Architecture" | "Arata Isozaki: Architecture as an Archipelago"
The first major retrospective since the passing of architect Arata Isozaki is being held at Art Tower Mito, which he designed.Summary
The first major retrospective since the passing of architect Arata Isozaki in 2022 is currently being held at Art Tower Mito, a building he designed, allowing visitors to experience his spatial concepts firsthand. The exhibition, titled "Arata Isozaki: Architecture as an Archipelago," traces his career spanning over 60 years across architecture, thought, art, and criticism, structured around the motif of the "archipelago" that Isozaki often referenced. Key exhibits include unbuilt urban plans from his time under Kenzō Tange, early works from his native Ōita, and major projects like the Tsukuba Center Building and the Qatar National Convention Centre. The exhibition also highlights his role in "architectural curation" through projects like Kumamoto Artpolis and Nexus World. Furthermore, it showcases his deep engagement with art through collaborations and his personal sketches, emphasizing that the venue itself, Art Tower Mito, is a crucial part of his legacy.
(Source：Pen Online)