Editorial Notes... 43—What Kiyoshi Awazu's House Conveys
Kiyoshi Awazu's former residence, now Awazu House Art Center, is a space where architecture and art intersect, continuing Awazu's spirit.Summary
This article reflects on Kiyoshi Awazu's former residence in Kawasaki City, which now operates as the Awazu House Art Center, hosting exhibitions and events since 2022. The author first visited in 2019 and notes that while most of Awazu's artworks were donated to the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, the building itself remains significant. Designed by Hiroshi Hara, it is an early masterpiece showcasing his architectural philosophy derived from his research on 'settlements.' The text highlights the building's unique features, such as the light-filled, high-ceilinged studio, a hidden tea room, and an audio room designed by Toshi Ichiyanagi, which once hosted performances like Yosuke Yamashita's. The house was a hub where diverse artists gathered and inspired one another. The author concludes that the spirit inherited by the current director, KEN Awazu—a belief in the potential for art to engage with society—resonates deeply with the work of exhibiting artists like Gen Yoshikuni, making the location perfectly suited for such contemporary artistic expression.
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