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Life Science Summit, Hakuten Corporation | International Design Awards Winners

Life Science Summit

CompanyHakuten Corporation

Lead DesignersTakumi Takahashi

Design TeamNaoki Iwama, Iwama Design Kenichi Ochiai, Ochiai Seisakusho Chikako Kadoi, Hidakuma Yuki Shiwa Kohei Kumazaki, HAKUTEN Masako Takahama, HAKUTEN

Project LocationKanagawa, Japan

ClientCHUGAI PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.

CreditsPhoto by :Nacasa ＆ Partners Inc. | Akira Arai

Prize(s)Bronze in Landscape Architecture / Memorials / Landmarks

Entry Description

This art piece expresses the aspect of “Life Science” based on the DNA spiral structure which it is fundamentally constructed of.With its dynamic form reaching upwards, the monument lends a message of strong commitment to reach the pinnacle of life science.The materials used are laminated Japanese logs symbolizing “Life” and 1230 aluminum layers symbolizing “Science”.Pinnacle of life science is depicted in this work by blending natural material “Life” and technology “Science” through human hands.