Takeo Sato (佐藤武夫, October 22, 1899 – April 11, 1972) was a Japanese architect known for his work in modernist architecture and urban design.

Career

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After graduating, Sato worked in Le Corbusier's office in Paris for a period. He returned to Japan in 1930 and started his own practice. In 1945, he founded AXS Satow Inc.[1]

Satō was known for his fusion of Western and Eastern architectural styles. Some of his most important works include:

  • Kagawa Prefectural Government Hall (1958)
  • Moaʻalā Museum (1961)
  • Tokyo Department Store (1964)

References

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  1. ^ "AXS Satow Inc". AXS Satow Inc. Retrieved 19 October 2024.

Sources

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  • Stewart, D.B. (2002). The Making of a Modern Japanese Architecture: From the Founders to Shinohara and Isozaki. Kodansha International.
  • Frampton, K. (1984). Modern Architecture: A Critical History. Thames and Hudson.
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