Ryue Nishizawa

Hiroshi Senju Museum . Karuizawa

Ryue Nishizawa . Hiroshi Senju Museum . photos: wakiiii . Iwan Baan . excite . + excite . spoon & tamago

Senju asked me to create an open, luminous space where people would observe his works, relax and spend time in contemplation. The museum, which gently hugs the natural slope of the site, has lighting controlled by deep eaves, silver screens, and UV cut glass while allowing in the greenery. The open space was designed to unite Kazurizawaʼs nature and Senjuʼs art. I wanted to create a union of park and space that felt as inviting as a private living room.
Ryue Nishizawa, architect

above photos wakiiii

above photos: Iwan Baan