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October 22, 2015
Espace Louis Vuitton Tokyo Becomes a Single Installation Space | ESPACE LOUIS VUITTON TOKYO
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ESPACE LOUIS VUITTON TOKYO Becomes a Single Installation Space
Frank Gehry: The Architecture of the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris
The contemporary art museum, which opened in France last October,Fondation Louis Vuittonis the subject of an exhibition titled "Frank Gehry: The Architecture of the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris." The show, detailing how American architect Frank Gehry brought the museum to completion, runs until Sunday, January 31, 2016, at ESPACE LOUIS VUITTON TOKYO in Jingumae.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
How Did the Architectural Masterpiece Come to Be?
The Fondation Louis Vuitton, described as "a magnificent glass cloud, a symbol of France's deep cultural mission," was unveiled last year, featuring transparent glass panels assembled in a seemingly random fashion. The visionary building was designed by Frank Gehry, a titan of architecture and winner of the Pritzker Prize in 1989. This monumental architectural project is now presented in Japan, following exhibitions in Paris and Beijing.
The exhibition is organized into six themes, including "Integration into the Site" and "The Glass Sails." In addition to early sketches, models created during the project's development are also on display. An installation space unfolds, merging the glass-enclosed ESPACE LOUIS VUITTON TOKYO with the cityscape visible beyond.
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The exhibition also features footage captured by drone and showcases the artistic initiatives undertaken by the Fondation Louis Vuitton since its opening.
This is a rare opportunity to explore Frank Gehry's talent and ideas from multiple perspectives, understanding how this beautiful and innovative museum was brought to life. We recommend visiting in conjunction with the exhibition "Architect Frank Gehry: "I Have an Idea," currently on view at 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT in Roppongi.Architect Frank Gehry: "I Have an Idea"
Frank Gehry: The Architecture of the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris
Dates: October 17 (Sat) – January 31, 2016 (Sun) *Closes at 6:00 PM on December 31. Closed on New Year's Day.
Hours: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Venue: ESPACE LOUIS VUITTON TOKYO
5-7-5 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 7th Floor, Louis Vuitton Omotesando Building
Admission: Free
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