s h i g e r u b a nshigeru ban born 5 august 1957, is a japanese architect, known for his innovative...
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S H I G E R U B A N
Shigeru Ban born 5 August 1957, is a Japanese
architect, known for his innovative work with paper, particu-
larly recycled cardboard tubes used to
quickly and efficiently house disaster victims.
In 2014, Ban was named the 37th recipient of the Pritzker
Architecture Prize, the most prestigious prize in modern ar-
chitecture.
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P R J E C T S BY SHIGERU BAN
One of the most important themes in Shigeru Ban’s work is the ‘invisible structure’; rather than
overtly expressing the supporting elements, he chooses to incorporate them into the design. Ban
is not interested in the newest materials and techniques, only in clearly expressing the concept
behind his building. As a Japanese architect, he adopts many themes and methods found in tra-
ditional Japanese architecture, but he also appreciates Western modernism and thus embraces
the combination of Western and Eastern forms and methods. Ban has become famous worldwide
for his innovative work with paper tube as a construction material.
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CARTA COLLECTION BY SHIGERU BAN
The Carta Collection is made of birch plywood legs and the seating surface of comprised paper
tubes, which are varnished for a safe use. The collection comprises a chair, a lounge chair, a stool,
a lounge table, a round table, a bench and a chaise lounge.
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CARTA COLLECTION BY SHIGERU BAN
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CARTA COLLECTION BY SHIGERU BAN
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