Against the onslaught: Florian Busch on Tokyo's architectural ecosystem
An architect who flips between French philosophers and cult classics for inspiration and ideas, Busch discusses some of his residential builds and the society that makes them both possible and improbable.
Innovative, influential and ingenious: Toyo Ito and his impact on Japanese architecture
Creator of stunning abstract buildings, unusual homes, community hubs and temporary housing, Toyo Ito is one of Japan's most influential architects by far.
From temporary shelters in school gymnasiums to the housing that becomes a home for residents for years to come, architects have contributed creativity and conscientious design in the effort to rebuild after Japan's disasters.
Florian Busch and the floating stadium: A futuristic Olympic insight
A mysterious package from the future, an outspoken architect and a missed opportunity: the Olympic Odyssey is a journey into the controversial world of architecture and the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Architecture through the ages: The Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
From family farmhouses to art-deco photography studios, the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum is a space for preservation and inspiration, allowing you to explore shitamachi districts and admire the homes of prominent architects in one short stroll.
The Bluff: Yokohama's foreign streets from years gone by
Lined with Spanish villas and Victorian residences, The Bluff is a unique corner of Yokohama intent on preserving the architecture of those who ventured to Japan when the gates first opened.
Weird and wonderful: Japan's unconventional houses
Whether inspired by sudden need, limited space or simply a desire to be closer to nature, unconventional homes in Japan are a wide and varied mix of creativity, necessity and beauty.
