Uploads from Scott Norsworthy

Uploads from Scott Norsworthy http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/ Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:18 -0700 Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:18 -0700 http://www.flickr.com/ http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8515/buddyicons/22447079@N02.jpg?1361718349#22447079@N02 Uploads from Scott Norsworthy http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/ Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585103424/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585103424/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8529/8585103424_e58b99a7ed_m.jpg" width="192" height="240" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:18 -0700 2012-04-25T00:17:24-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8585103424 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8583998789/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8583998789/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8532/8583998789_3deae3eda0_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:18 -0700 2012-04-25T01:00:49-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8583998789 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8584004849/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8584004849/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8087/8584004849_a4143056d0_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:17 -0700 2012-04-25T00:18:40-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8584004849 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585093734/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585093734/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8239/8585093734_e95e3f340e_m.jpg" width="192" height="240" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:16 -0700 2012-04-25T00:56:39-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8585093734 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585100150/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585100150/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8234/8585100150_f3d36dbddf_m.jpg" width="240" height="120" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:15 -0700 2012-04-25T00:59:05-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8585100150 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585100882/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585100882/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8112/8585100882_b41b87ec5a_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:14 -0700 2012-04-25T00:41:35-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8585100882 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585102114/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585102114/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8094/8585102114_45d006f49c_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:13 -0700 2012-04-25T00:23:15-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8585102114 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8583996349/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8583996349/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8112/8583996349_ca6ac9d8cb_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:13 -0700 2012-04-25T00:59:44-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8583996349 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585105794/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8585105794/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8103/8585105794_344ff5ed7c_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:12 -0700 2012-04-25T00:26:22-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8585105794 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8583997605/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8583997605/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8238/8583997605_8554cf1d20_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:12 -0700 2012-04-25T00:58:13-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8583997605 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Church of the Light - Tadao Ando http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8584007413/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8584007413/" title="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8382/8584007413_85c8c16b4d_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Church of the Light - Tadao Ando" /></a></p> <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 05:40:11 -0700 2012-04-25T00:25:55-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8584007413 Church of the Light - Tadao Ando <p>Ando's famous church in Osaka is an essay in concrete and light, nestled in a fairly typical residential neighbourhood. <br /> <br /> "In all my works, light is an important controlling factor," says Ando. "I create enclosed spaces mainly by means of thick concrete walls. The primary reason is to create a place for the individual, a zone for oneself within society. When the external factors of a city's environment require the wall to be without openings, the interior must be especially full and satisfying... Walls are the most basic elements of architecture, but they can also be the most enriching."<br /> <br /> "A smooth surface was achieved by adopting a dense engineering quality mix with a slump less than 15cm (6in) and by ensuring thorough vibration with a minimum cover for the reinforcing bars of 5cm (2in) to avoid weathering problems and staining. The density of the concrete results in a glass-like surface that registers the different qualities of light, and tends to dematerialize it. Because Ando's concrete is so precisely wrought, so smooth and reflective, it produces an illusion of a taut, textile surface rather than presenting it as a heavy earthbound mass. Ando has his own teams of expert carpenters to make the formwork who compete against each other; even so, his walls contain imperfections and are uneven." ("Church on the Water, Church of the Light" by Tadao Ando and Philip Drew)</p> Scott Norsworthy light building texture church glass japan architecture concrete religious osaka spiritual kansai ando tadao formwork castinplace Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8569041858/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8569041858/" title="Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8088/8569041858_01dc906691_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange" /></a></p> <p>The Yoyogi National Gymnasium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built between 1961 and 1964 to house swimming and diving events in the 1964 Summer Olympics.</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:26 -0700 2012-04-21T21:51:26-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8569041858 Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange <p>The Yoyogi National Gymnasium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built between 1961 and 1964 to house swimming and diving events in the 1964 Summer Olympics.</p> Scott Norsworthy roof sports architecture suspension stadium steel cable national yoyogi olympics facility complex gymnasium kenzo tange Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567930193/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567930193/" title="Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8092/8567930193_87b2fa0d3f_m.jpg" width="176" height="240" alt="Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange" /></a></p> <p>The Yoyogi National Gymnasium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built between 1961 and 1964 to house swimming and diving events in the 1964 Summer Olympics.</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:26 -0700 2012-04-21T21:57:29-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8567930193 Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange <p>The Yoyogi National Gymnasium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built between 1961 and 1964 to house swimming and diving events in the 1964 Summer Olympics.</p> Scott Norsworthy roof building sports japan architecture tokyo suspension stadium cable structure national yoyogi olympics facility complex gymnasium kenzo tange Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567931657/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567931657/" title="Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8095/8567931657_0be4173a0e_m.jpg" width="181" height="240" alt="Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange" /></a></p> <p>The Yoyogi National Gymnasium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built between 1961 and 1964 to house swimming and diving events in the 1964 Summer Olympics.</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:25 -0700 2012-04-21T22:00:43-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8567931657 Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange <p>The Yoyogi National Gymnasium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built between 1961 and 1964 to house swimming and diving events in the 1964 Summer Olympics.</p> Scott Norsworthy roof building sports japan architecture tokyo suspension stadium cable structure national yoyogi olympics facility complex gymnasium kenzo tange Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567932845/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567932845/" title="Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8392/8567932845_e031ab10e6_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange" /></a></p> <p>The Yoyogi National Gymnasium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built between 1961 and 1964 to house swimming and diving events in the 1964 Summer Olympics.</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:24 -0700 2012-04-21T22:03:22-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8567932845 Yoyogi National Gymnasium - Kenzo Tange <p>The Yoyogi National Gymnasium was designed by Kenzo Tange and built between 1961 and 1964 to house swimming and diving events in the 1964 Summer Olympics.</p> Scott Norsworthy roof building sports japan architecture tokyo suspension stadium cable structure national yoyogi olympics facility complex gymnasium kenzo tange Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8569022934/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8569022934/" title="Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8372/8569022934_1928e1e104_m.jpg" width="138" height="240" alt="Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates" /></a></p> <p>Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower is located in Tokyo’s distinctive Nishi-Shinjuku high-rise district and contains 3 different schools: Tokyo Mode Gakuen (fashion), HAL Tokyo (IT and digital contents) and Shuto Iko (medical treatments and care).<br /> <br /> Unlike a traditional, horizontally laid out school, we have designed a high-rese vertical campus that can hold approximately 10,000 students. <br /> <br /> from archdaily.com</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:23 -0700 2012-04-21T20:13:31-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8569022934 Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates <p>Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower is located in Tokyo’s distinctive Nishi-Shinjuku high-rise district and contains 3 different schools: Tokyo Mode Gakuen (fashion), HAL Tokyo (IT and digital contents) and Shuto Iko (medical treatments and care).<br /> <br /> Unlike a traditional, horizontally laid out school, we have designed a high-rese vertical campus that can hold approximately 10,000 students. <br /> <br /> from archdaily.com</p> Scott Norsworthy building tower architecture skyscraper tokyo contemporary steel associates structure diagonal rib mode brace lattice cocoon kenzo elliptical tange diagrid gakuen Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567927403/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567927403/" title="Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8529/8567927403_81655340a2_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates" /></a></p> <p>Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower is located in Tokyo’s distinctive Nishi-Shinjuku high-rise district and contains 3 different schools: Tokyo Mode Gakuen (fashion), HAL Tokyo (IT and digital contents) and Shuto Iko (medical treatments and care).<br /> <br /> Unlike a traditional, horizontally laid out school, we have designed a high-rese vertical campus that can hold approximately 10,000 students. <br /> <br /> from archdaily.com</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:23 -0700 2012-04-21T20:00:09-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8567927403 Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates <p>Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower is located in Tokyo’s distinctive Nishi-Shinjuku high-rise district and contains 3 different schools: Tokyo Mode Gakuen (fashion), HAL Tokyo (IT and digital contents) and Shuto Iko (medical treatments and care).<br /> <br /> Unlike a traditional, horizontally laid out school, we have designed a high-rese vertical campus that can hold approximately 10,000 students. <br /> <br /> from archdaily.com</p> Scott Norsworthy building tower architecture skyscraper tokyo contemporary steel associates structure diagonal rib mode brace lattice cocoon kenzo elliptical tange diagrid gakuen Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567929153/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567929153/" title="Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8386/8567929153_69b3783896_m.jpg" width="240" height="160" alt="Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates" /></a></p> <p>Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower is located in Tokyo’s distinctive Nishi-Shinjuku high-rise district and contains 3 different schools: Tokyo Mode Gakuen (fashion), HAL Tokyo (IT and digital contents) and Shuto Iko (medical treatments and care).<br /> <br /> Unlike a traditional, horizontally laid out school, we have designed a high-rese vertical campus that can hold approximately 10,000 students. <br /> <br /> from archdaily.com</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:22 -0700 2012-04-21T20:00:17-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8567929153 Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower - Toyko - Tange Associates <p>Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower is located in Tokyo’s distinctive Nishi-Shinjuku high-rise district and contains 3 different schools: Tokyo Mode Gakuen (fashion), HAL Tokyo (IT and digital contents) and Shuto Iko (medical treatments and care).<br /> <br /> Unlike a traditional, horizontally laid out school, we have designed a high-rese vertical campus that can hold approximately 10,000 students. <br /> <br /> from archdaily.com</p> Scott Norsworthy building tower architecture skyscraper tokyo contemporary steel associates structure diagonal rib mode brace lattice cocoon kenzo elliptical tange diagrid gakuen Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567934933/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8567934933/" title="Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8094/8567934933_bc04a44f1e_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku" /></a></p> <p>Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku is a shopping complex at the intersection of Omote-sando and Harajuku within a district famous for shopping and culture in Tokyo. <br /> <br /> Designed by Hiroshi Nakamura, protege of Kengo Kuma, the shops are organized around a central atrium that is generously lit from above, and opens onto the street with a dramatic mirrored entryway. <br /> <br /> Several rooftop terraces and balconies feature gardens and planting, providing a strangely public place for socializing, relaxing, and viewing the city below within the commercial shopping complex.</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:21 -0700 2012-04-21T22:45:43-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8567934933 Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku <p>Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku is a shopping complex at the intersection of Omote-sando and Harajuku within a district famous for shopping and culture in Tokyo. <br /> <br /> Designed by Hiroshi Nakamura, protege of Kengo Kuma, the shops are organized around a central atrium that is generously lit from above, and opens onto the street with a dramatic mirrored entryway. <br /> <br /> Several rooftop terraces and balconies feature gardens and planting, providing a strangely public place for socializing, relaxing, and viewing the city below within the commercial shopping complex.</p> Scott Norsworthy plaza retail architecture mall shopping tokyo commercial harajuku hiroshi omotesando nakamura Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8569034168/ <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/scottnorsworthy/">Scott Norsworthy</a> posted a photo:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/scottnorsworthy/8569034168/" title="Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8385/8569034168_3b5d14daa0_m.jpg" width="160" height="240" alt="Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku" /></a></p> <p>Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku is a shopping complex at the intersection of Omote-sando and Harajuku within a district famous for shopping and culture in Tokyo. <br /> <br /> Designed by Hiroshi Nakamura, protege of Kengo Kuma, the shops are organized around a central atrium that is generously lit from above, and opens onto the street with a dramatic mirrored entryway. <br /> <br /> Several rooftop terraces and balconies feature gardens and planting, providing a strangely public place for socializing, relaxing, and viewing the city below within the commercial shopping complex.</p> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:37:20 -0700 2012-04-21T23:31:20-08:00 nobody@flickr.com (Scott Norsworthy) tag:flickr.com,2004:/photo/8569034168 Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku <p>Tokyu Plaza Omotesando Harajuku is a shopping complex at the intersection of Omote-sando and Harajuku within a district famous for shopping and culture in Tokyo. <br /> <br /> Designed by Hiroshi Nakamura, protege of Kengo Kuma, the shops are organized around a central atrium that is generously lit from above, and opens onto the street with a dramatic mirrored entryway. <br /> <br /> Several rooftop terraces and balconies feature gardens and planting, providing a strangely public place for socializing, relaxing, and viewing the city below within the commercial shopping complex.</p> Scott Norsworthy plaza retail architecture mall shopping tokyo commercial harajuku hiroshi omotesando nakamura