During this summer’s research and travels in Japan, we will uncover, describe, and invent new experiments in making that learn from Tokyo’s exciting architecture. Our travel studio will be primarily focused on the mind-expanding density of Tokyo, with excursions beyond the city throughout the Kansai region as a means to conceptualize its evolution within the larger context of Japanese tradition. Cities will include Tokyo, Kyoto, Ise, and the art islands of Naoshima, Teshima, and Inujima.The studio will explore a range of internationally recognized built projects – both new and historic. We will have opportunities to exchange with leading architectural thinkers and practitioners that engage making as necessary design tools. While traveling, the class will pursue a creative project that blends documentation with critical representation.May 13: Zoom program meetingIn Japan May 20-June 6