21_21 DESIGN SIGHT
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Highlights
- Architecture as Art: Discover a stunning, low-slung building designed by legendary architect Tadao Ando, featuring his signature concrete forms and a dramatic, folded steel roof inspired by Issey Miyake’s “A Piece of Cloth” concept.
- Exploring Everyday Design: Step into a unique museum focused not just on aesthetics, but on the design that shapes our daily lives, sparking new perspectives through thought-provoking, themed exhibitions.
- Visionary Curation: Experience exhibitions directed by leading Japanese designers, including Issey Miyake, Taku Satoh, and Naoto Fukasawa, offering insightful and innovative explorations of design’s possibilities.
- A Hidden Gem in Midtown: Find this tranquil, light-filled space nestled in the green heart of the bustling Tokyo Midtown complex, offering a serene escape dedicated to creativity.
Description
Welcome, curious mind, to 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT, a truly special place where design isn’t just displayed, it’s explored and questioned. Conceived by visionaries like Issey Miyake and brought to life by the architectural poetry of Tadao Ando, this striking building invites you beneath its innovative steel roof into a world of discovery.
Forget traditional museums; here, the focus is on looking ahead, offering “20/20 vision” plus an extra insight into the future of design. Each visit unveils a new, carefully curated exhibition, delving into the themes and objects that shape our world in ways we might not even realize. It’s a space that encourages you to see the everyday with fresh eyes, sparking curiosity and conversation.
Nestled peacefully within the vibrant Tokyo Midtown, it’s a calm haven dedicated to the power and potential of design. We invite you to explore, engage, and be inspired.
Plan Your Visit
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