Few architects take their responsibility toward the built environment as far as SHIGERU BAN does. From his innovative use of sustainable materials to building temporary housing (and places of worship) for victims of natural disasters, his work is impacting directly and indirectly countless lives.
Given his forward-thinking approach, it was only fitting to have PHILIP JOHNSON’s iconic Glass House in New Canaan, CT, as a backdrop to our interview this past Saturday . We spoke about House Vision and LifeCore (a 2016 collaboration with Lixil Japan), how mid-century modern American architecture influenced his work, and about the role water plays in some of his most recent projects. Stay tuned for the video of the full interview on Grohe.us!