Frank Gehry show in Tokyo to look at the forces behind the creativity
Canadian architect Frank Gehry will be the subject of an exhibition at Tokyo's 21_21 Design Sight this fall that will examine the ideas that have driven Gehry to create his notable works, such as Bilbao's Guggenheim and the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris.
One of the world's most famous architects, Frank Gehry is behind some of contemporary architecture's most notable works, including the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, the new Facebook headquarters in California and the architect's own Santa Monica home.
In "Architect Frank Gehry: 'I Have an Idea,'" the entire process behind the Pritzker Prize-winning architect's creation -- from the formation of ideas to the work toward their completion -- will be examined, as will Gehry's commitment and conviction.
Organizers make a strong case for the power of Gehry's ideas, saying that they, together with his work to achieve them, demonstrate "the enjoyment of thinking freely and inspiration to keep striving."
In a highlight of the exhibition, Gehry's architecture and interior spaces will appear as large-scale projections on multiple walls, allowing visitors to experience the "life force" of the buildings and spaces.
In "Gehry's Room," visitors will be able to get a feel for the architect as a person by looking at a re-creation of his office space, rough-cut models and photos. In that room visitors will also be able to sit in Gehry's Wiggle Side Chair and Wiggle Stool.
The show is being curated by young Japanese architect Tsuyoshi Tane -- designer of the Estonian National Museum and a finalist for Japan's New National Stadium -- whose work has been influenced by Gehry's.
"Architect Frank Gehry: 'I Have an Idea'" runs October 16 through February 7.
www.2121designsight.jp/en/program/frank_gehry
