Definition

Proper noun * Kenzo Tange: A Japanese architect (born in 1913), renowned for his significant contributions to 20th-century architecture, particularly in combining traditional Japanese design principles with modernist concepts. He is a seminal figure in the Metabolist movement and designed major international projects.

Usage

• The name "Kenzo Tange" is used to refer to the architect himself, his architectural philosophy, or his body of work.
• It functions as a proper noun and is typically not used with articles (a, an, the) when referring to the person.

Examples

• Kenzo Tange designed the iconic Yoyogi National Gymnasium for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.
• The urban planning concepts of Kenzo Tange influenced the reconstruction of post-war Japanese cities.
• This building is a classic example of Kenzo Tange's early style.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used adjectivally (in an attributive sense) to describe architectural styles or works associated with him.
  • The plaza features a Kenzo Tange-inspired concrete canopy.

Variants and Related Words

• Tange, K. Tange: Common abbreviated references.
• Metabolism: The Japanese architectural movement with which Kenzo Tange is closely associated.
• Brutalism: An architectural style often evident in Tange's use of raw concrete.

Synonyms

• Architect: (general term) A person who designs buildings.
• Master architect: (honorific) Emphasizes his status and influence.

Note: As a proper noun referring to a specific individual, there are no true synonyms. The terms above are general categories or descriptive titles.

Noun

1. Japanese architect (born in 1913)