United Nations University, Tokyo, Japan
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 | United Nations University, Phase 2 |
| Designer | Kenzo Tange |
| Location | Tokyo, Japan |
| Date | 1992 |
| Building Type | Education |
| Construction System | Inverted Y steel frame |
| Climate | Moderate |
| Context | Urban |
| Architectural Style | Modern |
| Street Address | 52, Jingumae 5-chome, Shibuya-ju, Tokyo Walk Score |
| Notes | North side of Aoyama-dori |
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"Tange's United Nations University is articulated with a heavy, volumetric architecture. It reveals is strong classical inspiration in both its stepped pyramidal overall form and its detailing." - Bognar, p127
[edit] References
Botond Bognar. The Japan Guide. New York: Princeton Architectural Press, 1995. ISBN 1-878271-33-4. NA 1555.B526 1995. Discussion, exterior photo, p127.
