Japanese architect Shigeru Ban is known for his commitment to socially responsible design, adapting solutions to local conditions, and responding to disaster-related emergencies.
Ban pioneered using materials like paper and cardboard to create low-cost shelters, churches, and even a Nomadic Museum, pushing the boundaries of responsible design.
For his humanitarian efforts and innovative use of recycled materials, Ban was awarded the prestigious Pritzker Prize in 2014, highlighting his dedication to sustainable and accessible design strategies.
Ban's work not only focuses on humanitarian architecture but also explores sustainable material use in projects like the Swatch/Omega Campus in Switzerland and the Centre Pompidou-Metz in France.
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