Spaces only this generation of architects can express

The "Exhibition of Architecture by Architects Under 30" focuses on emerging architects under 30 who are just beginning their careers. This year marks its fourth iteration. AAF, the organizer, states, "The exhibitors, representing this generation, are pursuing spaces that can only be expressed by this generation, exploring richer ways of living for people with fresh ideas, and utilizing a diverse range of unique expressive methods such as drawings, models, and interactive installations. The architecture at the forefront of their vision, expressed through various techniques, will likely show the possibilities of future architecture." The featured architects are Ryozo Iwase, Miyuki Ue, Ippei Komatsu, Koichiro Sugiyama, and Tomoyuki Tsukakoshi – five emerging architects.

"U-30 Commemorative Symposium" brings together prominent architects

The commemorative symposium, held during the exhibition period, has expanded in scale this year, with two sessions. Prominent architects with offices across Japan, from Hokkaido to the Chugoku region, will gather.

The first commemorative symposium will be held on Saturday, September 7th. The guest architects are:Ryuichi Ashizawa(Kansai), Jun Igarashi (Hokkaido),Junya Ishigami(Kanto),Akihisa Hirata(Kanto), with architectural historianShunsuke Kurakata(Kansai) serving as moderator.

The second session will be on Saturday, September 28th. The guest architects are:Makoto Tanijiri(Chugoku),Takatoshi Hiranuma(Kansai), Sosuke Fujimoto (Kanto),Yasutaka Yoshimura(Kanto), with architectural historian and critic Taro Igarashi (Tohoku) as moderator.

This is a rare opportunity to gather prominent architects who are not usually easily accessible. We look forward to the discussions that will unfold regarding the next generation of young architects.

Dates | Thursday, September 5, 2013 – Saturday, October 5, 2013
Hours | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Sundays and national holidays)
Open until 8:30 PM only on Saturdays, September 7th and 28th
Exhibitors | Ryozo Iwase (Ryozo Iwase Architects), Miyuki Ue (Architectural Design Office Koki Ue Miyuki), Ippei Komatsu (Komatsu Architectural Design Office), Koichiro Sugiyama, Tomoyuki Tsukakoshi (2K54DESIGN)
Venue | ODP Gallery
2-1-10 Nanko-kita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Prefecture
Asia Pacific Trade Center (ATC) ITM Building 10F ODP
Admission | ¥1000 (First 1000 visitors will receive an exhibition catalog worth ¥1000)

Date | Saturday, September 7, 2013
Time | 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Guest Architects | Ryuichi Ashizawa, Jun Igarashi, Junya Ishigami, Akihisa Hirata
Moderator | Shunsuke Kurakata (Architectural Historian)
Venue | ATC Special Venue, Asia Pacific Trade Center (ATC) ITM Building

Date | Saturday, September 28, 2013
Time | 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Guest Architects | Makoto Tanijiri, Takatoshi Hiranuma, Sosuke Fujimoto, Yasutaka Yoshimura
Moderator | Taro Igarashi (Architectural Historian and Critic)
Venue | ATC Special Venue, Asia Pacific Trade Center (ATC) ITM Building

Capacity | 500 per session (Advance registration required, seating assigned on a first-come, first-served basis on the day)
Admission Fee | Combined Ticket: General ¥3000, Student ¥2000 (Includes: 2-day exhibition invitation)
How to Apply | Via the application form on the "U-30" website
http://u30.aaf.ac

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