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Kengo Kuma: The Past, Present, and Future of Architecture
In this episode of LIXIL Facets of Design, host Paul Flowers, Chief Design & Brand Identity Officer and Executive Vice President at LIXIL, welcomes internationally acclaimed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, founder of Kengo Kuma & Associates.
From the childhood memories that first sparked his fascination with architecture to the experiences that shaped his philosophy of “Defeated Architecture,” Kuma reflects on the ideas, materials, and encounters that continue to influence his work.
Kuma shares how observing Japan’s rapid transformation, travelling through the Sahara Desert, and encountering…
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