Inspired: Tadao Ando + Naoshima

SYNOPSIS

As one of the world's most respected architects, Tadao Ando has defied many stereotypes in the field. From small houses that explored radical viewpoints to iconic major museums and public projects, he left a mark in many places, influencing an entire generation of architects worldwide. After making a name for himself with a variety of projects, Ando was invited by the Benesse foundation to deisgn a contemporary arts center on the island of Naoshima, Japan. His radical vision for a series of museums built since the 1990's helped transform the remote island into one of the world's leading arts destinations.