Tane Garden House

The Tsuyoshi Tane: The Garden House publication accompanies the presentation of the recently constructed Tane Garden House on the Vitra Campus. It showcases the architect's unique design approach, based on an intensive research process that explores the local context and utilizes traditional handicrafts and regional resources. The book provides a deep insight into the design process, including unrealized models and sketches, and serves as a source of inspiration for building in the future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 25 January 2024
Publisher: Vitra Design Museum

The Vitra Design Museum Gallery is hosting a captivating exhibition titled "Tsuyoshi Tane: The Garden House," which pays homage to the recently unveiled Tane Garden House on the Vitra Campus. This remarkable initiative was conceived by Vitra Chairman Emeritus Rolf Fehlbaum, who envisioned creating a garden house in close proximity to the Oudolf Garten. The resulting building, nestled within the lush surroundings of the Vitra Campus, seamlessly blends a rooftop viewing platform for visitors with a meeting room for the dedicated gardeners who maintain the grounds. Tsuyoshi Tane, the visionary architect behind this project, recognized its modest size but immense significance. This is evident in his unique design approach, rooted in an extensive research process that delves into the local context to harness traditional handicrafts and regional resources. Tane's approach can be likened to that of an archaeologist, as he embarked on a lengthy exploration, delving into the "memory of the place" where the project was taking shape. He refers to this methodology as "Archaeology of the Future."

The publication "Tane Garden House" offers a profound exploration into the intricate design journey that spanned several years. It meticulously documents the inception of the architectural project, encompassing unrealized models and sketches meticulously drawn by Tsuyoshi Tane himself. The captivating softcover book, conveniently sized, captivates not only architecture enthusiasts but also serves as a source of inspiration for future building endeavors.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 115 x 158 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783945852620