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21 Projects Where Kengo Kuma (Re)Uses Materials in Unusual Ways

Kengo Kuma uses materials to connect with the local context and the users of his projects. The textures and elementary forms of constructive systems, materials, and products, are exhibited and used in favor of the architectural concept, giving value to the functions that will be carried out in each building.

From showcases made with ceramic tiles to the sifted light created by expanded metal panels, passing through an ethereal polyester coating, Kuma understands the material as an essential component that can make a difference in architecture from the design stages. Next, we present 21 projects where Kengo Kuma masterfully uses construction materials.

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Spotlight: Kengo Kuma

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Kengo Kuma (born 8th August, 1956) is one of the most significant Japanese figures in contemporary architecture. His reinterpretation of traditional Japanese architectural elements for the 21st century has involved serious innovation in uses of natural materials, new ways of thinking about light and lightness and architecture that enhances rather than dominates. His buildings don't attempt to fade into the surroundings through simple gestures, as some current Japanese work does, but instead his architecture attempts to manipulate traditional elements into statement-making architecture that still draws links with the area in which it's built. These high-tech remixes of traditional elements and influences have proved popular across Japan and beyond, and his recent works have begun expanding out of Japan to China and the West.

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Social and Cultural Center in Giromagny / Malcotti Roussey Architectes + Thierry Gheza

Social and Cultural Center in Giromagny  / Malcotti Roussey Architectes + Thierry Gheza - Cultural Architecture, Facade
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Social and Cultural Center in Giromagny  / Malcotti Roussey Architectes + Thierry Gheza - More Images+ 26

Poix-Terron Cultural and Sport Centre / philippe gibert architecte

Poix-Terron Cultural and Sport Centre  / philippe gibert architecte - More Images+ 9

Poix-Terron, France
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  1230
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2010
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Technal, Dark, Indal

François Pompon High School Refurbishment / Charles-Henri Tachon

François Pompon High School Refurbishment / Charles-Henri Tachon - More Images+ 19

Saulieu, France

Health Municipal Clinic / Studiolada

Health Municipal Clinic / Studiolada - More Images+ 25

A Rememberance Site: Parc des Glacis - Ateliers 2/3/4/

A Rememberance Site: Parc des Glacis - Ateliers 2/3/4/ - More Images+ 25

  • Architects: Ateliers 2/3/4/
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  2500
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013
  • Professionals: SBE

Creation of a forest shelter at Bertrichamp / Yoann Saehr Architect + Studiolada

Creation of a forest shelter at Bertrichamp / Yoann Saehr Architect + Studiolada - More Images+ 25

Bertrichamps, France

Chapel St Genevieve / OBIKA Architecture

Chapel St Genevieve / OBIKA Architecture - Refurbishment, Garden, Facade, Door, Arch, Forest
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Saint-Maurice-sous-les-Côtes, France
  • Architects: OBIKA Architecture
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  70
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2014

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Six Essential Materials & The Architects That Love Them

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In case you missed it, we’re re-publishing this popular post for your material pleasure. Enjoy!

To celebrate the recent launch of our US product catalog, ArchDaily Materials, we've coupled six iconic architects with what we deem to be their favourite or most frequently used material. From Oscar Neimeyer's sinuous use of concrete to Kengo Kuma's innovative use of wood, which materials define some of the world's best known architects?

Contemporary Art Center – FRAC / Kengo Kuma & Associates

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Marseille, France
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  5757
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  EQUITONE, AM Rhône-Alpes

Cite des Arts et de la Culture / Kengo Kuma & Associates

Cite des Arts et de la Culture / Kengo Kuma & Associates -  Performing Arts Center , Facade, Beam
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Jardin Serge Gainsbourg / Matthieu Gelin & David Lafon Architecte

Jardin Serge Gainsbourg / Matthieu Gelin & David Lafon Architecte - More Images+ 36

Paris, France

Educational Pole In Vellefaux / Malcotti Roussey Architectes

Educational Pole In Vellefaux / Malcotti Roussey Architectes - More Images+ 8

Vellefaux, France

A Canopy and a Pavilion at Porte des Lilas / Matthieu Gelin & David Lafon

A Canopy and a Pavilion at Porte des Lilas / Matthieu Gelin & David Lafon - More Images+ 8

Spectacles Jeux Restaurant / Malcotti Roussey Architectes

Spectacles Jeux Restaurant / Malcotti Roussey Architectes - More Images+ 20

Salins-les-Bains, France

Breuillot's house / Bernard Quirot & Olivier Vichard

Breuillot's house / Bernard Quirot & Olivier Vichard - More Images+ 15

Chenecey-Buillon, France