Des architectes japonais en France. Les parcours de Ban Shigeru, Kuma Kengo, Fujimoto Sou et Tane Tsuyoshi

Abstract

By introducing the philosophy and practice of four Japanese architects in their establishment in France, we aim to analyse the contemporary contexts of the architectural profession in both countries. What are the reasons behind the Japanese architects’ eagerness to work outside Japan? Why does the openness of the French market allow international architects to access French public competitions? We would like to emphasise the result of this exchange, where, on one hand, Japanese architects are adapting to the French construction context, and, on the other, the French architectural milieu is expanding its international exposure.

Keywords

• Architectural Profession
• Architecture Offices
• Ban Shigeru
• Fujimoto Sou
• Kuma Kengo
• Japanese Architects