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Selection of Contemporary Structures in Kansai
The Otsuka Museum of Art The Otsuka Museum of Art
TOKUSHIMA Prefecture

1,000 ceramic tile masterpieces on display underground
Using a special technology, Western masterpieces have been permanently glazed onto 1000 ceramic tiles which are exhibited in underground exhibition rooms. With the roof planted in greenery, natural lighting, and outdoor viewing spaces in each area, the design feels quite open.
Photo:Most of the facility is underground to reduce impact on the natural landscape.


Sistine Hall at B3 level. Recreates the ambience of Michaelangelo's
Sistine Hall at B3 level. Recreates the ambience of Michaelangelo's "The Last Judgment."

The ceiling mural in a chapel-like space creates a sense of reality.
The ceiling mural in a chapel-like space creates a sense of reality.

Ceramic tile version of Picasso's
Ceramic tile version of Picasso's "Guernica." (right) It will last over 2,000 years without discoloration or deformation.

Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture/Tel: 088-687-3737
Design SAKAKURA ASSOCIATES architects and engineers, Tokyo Office (cooperation from Takenaka Corp., Osaka Headquarters Design Section, Kajima Design )
Construction Takenaka Corp.
Site area 66,630 sq. m
Floor area 9,282 sq. m (permanent display area: 29.412 sq. m)
Floors 5 below ground, 3 above ground, 1 in tower
Completed 1998
URL:http://www.o-museum.or.jp/


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