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After World War II great strides were made in modern Japanese architecture, not only in advanced technology, allowing ea
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"After World War II great strides were made in modern Japanese architecture, not only in advanced technology, allowing earthquake resistant tall buildings, but expressing and infusing characteristics of traditional Japanese architecture in modern buildings"

- Harry Seidler

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This quote by Harry Seidler speaks with the terrific development made in Japanese architecture after World War II. Seidler highlights the advances in innovation that enabled the building of earthquake-resistant tall structures, however also the infusion of traditional Japanese architecture into contemporary buildings. This mix of contemporary and traditional architecture has permitted Japan to create unique and stunning structures that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Using standard elements such as curved roofings, sliding doors, and wooden frames, integrated with contemporary products and methods, has permitted Japan to create a special design of architecture that is both modern and ageless. This quote talks to the terrific strides made in Japanese architecture after World War II, and the effective mix of contemporary and traditional components that has actually enabled Japan to create beautiful and distinct structures.

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Harry Seidler This quote is written / told by Harry Seidler between June 25, 1923 and March 9, 2006. He was a famous Architect from Austria. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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