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1 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki Japan Image Book Arata Isozaki Sponsored by The Hyatt Foundation

2 The following pages contain images of and text about the architecture of Arata Isozaki. On the pritzkerprize.com website, a selection of these photographs and drawings have been linked to high resolution images that may be used for printing or broadcast in relation to the announcement of Arata Isozaki being named the 2019 Pritzker Architecture Prize Laureate. Photographs may not be reproduced for commercial or personal use without written consent from the photographers. The photographer/photo libraries/artists must be credited if noted. All captions by Arata Isozaki. Use of the captions is optional. All images are copyright of the respective photographers and artists cited, and courtesy of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. For more information and videos, please visit pritzkerprize.com. Use #pritzkerarchitectureprize for social media. 2

Ōita Prefectural Library 1962-66 Ōita, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Isozaki s early career began with the postwar rebuilding of Japan in his hometown of Ōita on the island of Kyushu.

3 Ōita Prefectural Library Ōita, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Isozaki s early career began with the postwar rebuilding of Japan in his hometown of Ōita on the island of Kyushu. Ōita Prefectural Library (renamed Ōita Art Plaza) was one of the architect s first commissions and part of a larger plan that emphasized "growing architecture," his theory that city planning should never remain static, but be intended for growth and evolution. An analogy with the human body was an inspiration for the organization of the building, which was realized mainly in exposed concrete and gives way to environments of lightness and darkness through skylights and windows. 3 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Ōita Prefectural Library, , Ōita, Japan

Ōita Prefectural Library 1962-66 Ōita, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 4 The

4 Ōita Prefectural Library Ōita, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 4 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Ōita Prefectural Library, , Ōita, Japan

Ōita Prefectural Library 1962-66 Ōita, Japan Photo courtesy

Associates 5 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate

5 Ōita Prefectural Library Ōita, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Drawing courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates 5 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Ōita Prefectural Library, , Ōita, Japan

The Museum of Modern Art 1971-74 Gunma, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto The Museum of Modern Art, Gunma, was the first of Isozaki s museum commissions, and is based on the architect s

6 The Museum of Modern Art Gunma, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto The Museum of Modern Art, Gunma, was the first of Isozaki s museum commissions, and is based on the architect s concept of the "art gallery as void." It is comprised of a system of cubes that form a primary rectangular backbone with two projecting wings. The concept of the cube extends to interior spaces such as the lobby and galleries, as well as exterior areas including the reflecting pool. The museum has since been extended to accommodate a restaurant (1994) and contemporary art gallery (1997), all of which continue the original geometric approach. 6 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, The Museum of Modern Art, , Gunma, Japan

The Museum of Modern Art 1971-74 Gunma, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Drawing courtesy of Arata Isozaki and

7 The Museum of Modern Art Gunma, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Drawing courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates 7 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, The Museum of Modern Art, , Gunma, Japan

The Museum of Modern Art 1971-74 Gunma, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 8 The Pritzker

8 The Museum of Modern Art Gunma, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 8 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, The Museum of Modern Art, , Gunma, Japan

Kitakyushu Central Library 1973-74 Fukuoka, Japan Photo courtesy of FUJITSUKA Mitsumasa Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto The Kitakyushu Central Library

Izosaki realized a modern interpretation of the neoclassical vaulted ceilings through precast concrete.

9 Kitakyushu Central Library Fukuoka, Japan Photo courtesy of FUJITSUKA Mitsumasa Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto The Kitakyushu Central Library was inspired by Étienne-Louis Boullée s proposed design for the French National Library (1785). Izosaki realized a modern interpretation of the neoclassical vaulted ceilings through precast concrete. The building s two large barrel vaults, which run parallel prior to curving separately, contrast with the rectangular windows that line the exterior. 9 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Kitakyushu Central Library, , Fukuoka, Japan

Kitakyushu Central Library 1973-74 Fukuoka, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 10 The Pritzker

10 Kitakyushu Central Library Fukuoka, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 10 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Kitakyushu Central Library, , Fukuoka, Japan

Kitakyushu Central Library 1973-74 Fukuoka, Japan Rendering courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates 11 The

11 Kitakyushu Central Library Fukuoka, Japan Rendering courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates 11 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Kitakyushu Central Library, , Fukuoka, Japan

Tsukuba Center Building 1979-83 Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Tsukuba Center Building, located in one of the first postwar cities of Japan, is a civic center designed to evoke

12 Tsukuba Center Building Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Tsukuba Center Building, located in one of the first postwar cities of Japan, is a civic center designed to evoke both ruins and reinvention. This complex is comprised of a concert hall, information center, hotel, restaurants and shopping all of the facilities needed to give life to a new city. The focus of the project is a sunken plaza or forum." The façades facing the plaza display a variety of forms and are finished with contrasting materials such as sleek aluminum and concrete, rough and smooth granite, and polished and unpolished tile. 12 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Tsukuba Center Building, , Ibaraki, Japan

Tsukuba Center Building 1979-83 Ibaraki, Japan

13 Tsukuba Center Building Ibaraki, Japan Photos courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 13 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Tsukuba Center Building, , Ibaraki, Japan

Tsukuba Center Building 1979-83 Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 14 The Pritzker

14 Tsukuba Center Building Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 14 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Tsukuba Center Building, , Ibaraki, Japan

Tsukuba Center Building 1979-83 Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy

Associates 15 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate

15 Tsukuba Center Building Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Drawing courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates 15 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Tsukuba Center Building, , Ibaraki, Japan

The Museum of Contemporary Art 1981-86 Los Angeles California, USA Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Rendering courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los

Faced with a challenging site, the sunken red sandstone building is in purposeful contrast to the surrounding area's high-rise buildings.

16 The Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles California, USA Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Rendering courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles was the architect s first international commission outside of his native Japan. Faced with a challenging site, the sunken red sandstone building is in purposeful contrast to the surrounding area's high-rise buildings. The barrel-vaulted library and copper-clad pyramids are part of the three stories that are above ground, while visitors must descend downstairs to the underground galleries that comprise four subterranean floors. 16 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, The Museum of Contemporary Art, , Los Angeles California, USA

The Museum of Contemporary Art 1981-86 Los Angeles California, USA Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 17 The Pritzker

17 The Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles California, USA Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 17 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, The Museum of Contemporary Art, , Los Angeles California, USA

The Museum of Contemporary Art 1981-86 Los Angeles California, USA Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 18 The Pritzker

18 The Museum of Contemporary Art Los Angeles California, USA Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 18 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, The Museum of Contemporary Art, , Los Angeles California, USA

Palau Sant Jordi 1983-1990 Barcelona, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki Drawing courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates Designed for the 1992 Summer Olympic Games, Palau Sant Jordi remains

19 Palau Sant Jordi Barcelona, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki Drawing courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates Designed for the 1992 Summer Olympic Games, Palau Sant Jordi remains Barcelona s largest covered sports facility. Situated on the Montjuïc hillside, the versatile structure is positioned partially below ground to minimize the profile of the 17,000-person facility. The massive domed roof, with its signature convex windows, was constructed on the ground and then elevated atop the building over a period of 20 days. Rising 148 feet above the arena floor, the roof encloses the generous interior space with a feeling of lightness. Local materials including brick, tile, zinc and travertine were used as finishes. 19 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Palau Sant Jordi, , Barcelona, Spain

Palau Sant Jordi 1983-1990 Barcelona, Spain

20 Palau Sant Jordi Barcelona, Spain Photos courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 20 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Palau Sant Jordi, , Barcelona, Spain

Palau Sant Jordi 1983-1990 Barcelona, Spain Photo courtesy

Associates 21 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019

21 Palau Sant Jordi Barcelona, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki Rendering courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates 21 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Palau Sant Jordi, , Barcelona, Spain

Art Tower Mito 1986-90 Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Commissioned to celebrate the centennial of Mito, Art Tower Mito was built as a cultural complex consisting of a theater,

22 Art Tower Mito Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto Commissioned to celebrate the centennial of Mito, Art Tower Mito was built as a cultural complex consisting of a theater, performance hall and contemporary art gallery. The iconic tetrahelix tower was inspired by Constantin Brancusi s Endless Column (1938), and is comprised of fifty-six triangular panels in varying orientations. 22 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Art Tower Mito, , Ibaraki, Japan

Art Tower Mito 1986-90 Ibaraki, Japan Photos

23 Art Tower Mito Ibaraki, Japan Photos courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 23 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Art Tower Mito, , Ibaraki, Japan

Art Tower Mito 1986-90 Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 24 The Pritzker

24 Art Tower Mito Ibaraki, Japan Photo courtesy of Yasuhiro Ishimoto 24 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Art Tower Mito, , Ibaraki, Japan

Nara Centennial Hall 1992-1998 Nara, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki The Nara Centennial Hall, the object of an international competition won by Isozaki, was completed for the centennial of the

25 Nara Centennial Hall Nara, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki The Nara Centennial Hall, the object of an international competition won by Isozaki, was completed for the centennial of the municipality and eloquently combines past, present and future. Taking into account location, site and orientation, the building is designed as an independent monolith. The design also honors the nearby and prominent Todaiji Temple (734 AD) through its sloping form and gray ceramic tile. The building interiors were designed to be versatile, changing to accommodate a range of events, conventions and conferences. 25 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Nara Centennial Hall, , Nara, Japan

Nara Centennial Hall 1992-1998 Nara, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 26 The Pritzker

26 Nara Centennial Hall Nara, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 26 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Nara Centennial Hall, , Nara, Japan

Nara Centennial Hall 1992-1998 Nara, Japan Photos courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 27 The Pritzker

27 Nara Centennial Hall Nara, Japan Photos courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 27 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Nara Centennial Hall, , Nara, Japan

Domus: La Casa del Hombre 1993-1995 A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki This interactive science museum, dedicated to the exploration of humankind, sits overlooking Orzan Bay on a site

28 Domus: La Casa del Hombre A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki This interactive science museum, dedicated to the exploration of humankind, sits overlooking Orzan Bay on a site that was once a quarry. The seaside-facing exterior forms a curved protective wall, resembling a windsail or a shell, that is clad in slate panels. The opposite exterior wall, composed of local granite, zig-zags similarly to a folding screen. 28 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Domus: La Casa del Hombre, , A Coruña, Spain

Domus: La Casa del Hombre 1993-1995 A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 29 The Pritzker

29 Domus: La Casa del Hombre A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 29 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Domus: La Casa del Hombre, , A Coruña, Spain

Domus: La Casa del Hombre 1993-1995 A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 30 The Pritzker

30 Domus: La Casa del Hombre A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 30 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Domus: La Casa del Hombre, , A Coruña, Spain

Domus: La Casa del Hombre 1993-1995 A Coruña, Spain Photo

31 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata

31 Domus: La Casa del Hombre A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 31 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Domus: La Casa del Hombre, , A Coruña, Spain

Domus: La Casa del Hombre 1993-1995 A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 32 The Pritzker

32 Domus: La Casa del Hombre A Coruña, Spain Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 32 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Domus: La Casa del Hombre, , A Coruña, Spain

Ceramic Park Mino 1996-2002 Gifu, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki This ceramics museum, which includes gallery spaces, conference halls, tea houses and a public workshop, is situated in a

33 Ceramic Park Mino Gifu, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki This ceramics museum, which includes gallery spaces, conference halls, tea houses and a public workshop, is situated in a cascading valley. It preserves its surrounding vegetation while serving as an extension of the topography through outdoor terraces, observation decks and a glass curtain wall. Two light boxes that rise up from the building hint at what lies inside. Materials such as regional stoneware bricks and ceramic are used throughout, and pendulum-like structures and suspension pillars secure the galleries against the dangers of earthquakes, thus protecting the museum s contents. 33 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Ceramic Park Mino, , Gifu, Japan

Ceramic Park Mino 1996-2002 Gifu, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 34 The Pritzker

34 Ceramic Park Mino Gifu, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 34 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Ceramic Park Mino, , Gifu, Japan

Ceramic Park Mino 1996-2002 Gifu, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 35 The Pritzker

35 Ceramic Park Mino Gifu, Japan Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 35 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Ceramic Park Mino, , Gifu, Japan

Ice Hockey Stadium (Renamed Pala Alpitour in 2014) 2002-2006 Torino, Italy Photo courtesy of Alessandra Chemollo Originally designed for the 2006 Winter Olympic Games, the 12,000-person capacity

36 Ice Hockey Stadium (Renamed Pala Alpitour in 2014) Torino, Italy Photo courtesy of Alessandra Chemollo Originally designed for the 2006 Winter Olympic Games, the 12,000-person capacity stadium was developed from the concept of "invisible architecture." The building remains sensitive to its surrounding context, as two of its four stories are sunken underground so that the overall height complements that of the neighboring 1934 World Cup stadium. On the outside, stainless steel and glass compose the exterior, creating a glow throughout the day and night. On the inside, adaptable features such as retractable bleachers and a moveable deck allow for the evolution of the space to accommodate other sporting events, concerts and conventions. 36 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Pala Alpitour, , Torino, Italy

Ice Hockey Stadium (Renamed Pala Alpitour in 2014) 2002-2006 Torino, Italy Photo courtesy of Hisao

37 Ice Hockey Stadium (Renamed Pala Alpitour in 2014) Torino, Italy Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 37 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Pala Alpitour, , Torino, Italy

38 Ice Hockey Stadium (Renamed Pala Alpitour in 2014) Torino, Italy Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 38 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Pala Alpitour, , Torino, Italy

39 Ice Hockey Stadium (Renamed Pala Alpitour in 2014) Torino, Italy Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 39 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Pala Alpitour, , Torino, Italy

Allianz Tower 2003-2014 Milan, Italy Photos courtesy of Alessandra Chemollo Allianz Tower is one of the tallest skyscrapers in Italy and serves as a new landmark for the city of Milan.

The exterior triple glass curtain wall is curved in billowing six-floor sections to diminish the reflection of the sun, while showcasing the natural light that illuminates the building.

40 Allianz Tower Milan, Italy Photos courtesy of Alessandra Chemollo Allianz Tower is one of the tallest skyscrapers in Italy and serves as a new landmark for the city of Milan. The narrow stature of the 50-stories tall building emphasizes its verticality. The exterior triple glass curtain wall is curved in billowing six-floor sections to diminish the reflection of the sun, while showcasing the natural light that illuminates the building. This vertical succession of rounded forms creates a feeling of slight movement as the building arises. Four exterior buttresses, accentuated in gold, counter oscillations, while a versatile interior structure allows for flexible office spaces. Isozaki, who often works with local architects, relied on the Italian studio of Andrea Maffei in this case. 40 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Allianz Tower, , Milan, Italy

Allianz Tower 2003-2014 Milan, Italy Photos

41 Allianz Tower Milan, Italy Photos courtesy of Alessandra Chemollo 41 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Allianz Tower, , Milan, Italy

Qatar National Convention Center 2004-2011 Doha, Qatar Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki As one of the largest exhibition centers in the Middle East, the Qatar National Convention Center can accommodate

42 Qatar National Convention Center Doha, Qatar Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki As one of the largest exhibition centers in the Middle East, the Qatar National Convention Center can accommodate up to 10,000 people within its three main halls and flexible meeting spaces. The exterior evokes two trees inspired by Sidrat al-muntaha, a holy Islamic tree that symbolizes the end of the seventh heaven which surround the glass façade and support the roof canopy. Using careful design and the latest techniques in water conservation and energy efficiency, the building has achieved exemplary results in terms of sustainability. 42 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Qatar National Convention Center, , Doha, Qatar

Qatar National Convention Center 2004-2011 Doha, Qatar Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 43 The Pritzker

43 Qatar National Convention Center Doha, Qatar Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 43 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Qatar National Convention Center, , Doha, Qatar

Qatar National Convention Center 2004-2011 Doha, Qatar Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 44 The Pritzker

44 Qatar National Convention Center Doha, Qatar Photo courtesy of Hisao Suzuki 44 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Qatar National Convention Center, , Doha, Qatar

Shanghai Symphony Hall 2008-2014 Shanghai, China Photo courtesy of Chen Hao The 2014 opening of Shanghai Symphony Hall celebrated the 135th anniversary of Asia s oldest orchestra, the Shanghai

45 Shanghai Symphony Hall Shanghai, China Photo courtesy of Chen Hao The 2014 opening of Shanghai Symphony Hall celebrated the 135th anniversary of Asia s oldest orchestra, the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra. In collaboration with acoustician Yasuhisa Toyota, the two halls seat 1200 and 400 guests respectively, each achieving an intimate aural balance for users through the use of latest technology and sensitive materials. Located in the heart of Shanghai s French Concession, the performance art building sits on springs to offset the vibrations from the subway tracks below. The interior features reflector boards covered in woven bamboo and stage floors fabricated from Hokkaido cypress, while terra cotta bricks and a Chinese garden highlight the exterior of the building. 45 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Shanghai Symphony Hall, , Shanghai, China

Shanghai Symphony Hall 2008-2014 Shanghai, China Photo

46 Shanghai Symphony Hall Shanghai, China Photo courtesy of Chen Hao Photo courtesy of Chen Hao 46 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, Shanghai Symphony Hall, , Shanghai, China

LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki) (2011-2013, 2014) Miyagi, Japan (2015) Fukushima, Japan (2017) Tokyo, Japan Photo courtesy of Iwan Baan, Matsushima Ark Nova, or

47 LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki) ( , 2014) Miyagi, Japan (2015) Fukushima, Japan (2017) Tokyo, Japan Photo courtesy of Iwan Baan, Matsushima Ark Nova, or "new ark," was commissioned by the Lucerne Festival and designed by Anish Kapoor and Isozaki as a response to natural disaster. The PVC-coated polyester membrane of the orb-like structure inflates and deflates quickly, allowing this concert hall to be transported from one location to another, originally touring areas that were affected by the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. The inflatable mobile performance venue can showcase a range of performing arts for audiences of up to 500 guests, and has become a symbol of the spirit of rebuilding. 47 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki), Miyagi ( , 2014), Japan, Fukushima (2015), Tokyo (2017)

LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki) (2011-2013, 2014)

Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by

48 LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki) ( , 2014) Miyagi, Japan (2015) Fukushima, Japan (2017) Tokyo, Japan Tokyo Sendai 48 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki), Miyagi ( , 2014), Japan, Fukushima (2015), Tokyo (2017)

LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki) (2011-2013, 2014) Miyagi, Japan (2015) Fukushima, Japan (2017) Tokyo, Japan Drawing courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates

49 LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki) ( , 2014) Miyagi, Japan (2015) Fukushima, Japan (2017) Tokyo, Japan Drawing courtesy of Arata Isozaki and Associates 49 The Pritzker Architecture Prize 2019 Laureate Arata Isozaki, LUCERNE FESTIVAL ARK NOVA (designed by Anish Kapoor and Arata Isozaki), Miyagi ( , 2014), Japan, Fukushima (2015), Tokyo (2017)

2013 Laureate Toyo Ito Japan. Sponsored by The Hyatt Foundation

2013 Laureate Toyo Ito Japan. Sponsored by The Hyatt Foundation 2013 Laureate Toyo Ito Japan Sponsored by The Hyatt Foundation The following pages contain images of the architecture of Toyo Ito. On the PritzkerPrize.com web site, these photos are linked to high resolution