MUSTERMODELL
“Mustermodell” is a German word meaning “model,” “sample,” or “prototype.” We named this project in honour of German architect Bruno Taut (Bruno Julius Florian Taut, 1880-1938), who laid the design foundations of Kogei Shidosho, deriving it from the “normative prototype” design methodology (involving a process largely equivalent to modern design, with research / prototyping / evaluation / completion stages) that he imparted. Taut’s “normative prototype” approach and the philosophy of shifting “from crafts for viewing to crafts for use” became the core principles and basis for Kogei Shidosho thereafter, greatly contributing to the development of modern Japanese design. Currently, the prototypes from that era exist as valuable materials conveying Kogei Shidosho’s work. Unfortunately, they are normally housed in a museum, out of public view. However, by reproducing these prototypes using modern technology and showcasing the “models” or “samples” of these historic “prototypes,” we aim to widely communicate the value of Kogei Shidosho to the general public.
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