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“In architecture, the demand was no longer for box-like forms, but for buildings that have something to say to the human emotions.”

Quote by Kenzo Tange

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Kenzo Tange was a prominent Japanese architect whose work significantly influenced modern architecture. His career, spanning several decades, saw him design many iconic buildings both in Japan and internationally. Tange's architectural style was marked by a harmonious blend of modernism and traditional Japanese aesthetics, which he skillfully incorporated into his designs. more

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