Visiting The Architecture of Sou Fujimoto: Primordial Future Forest

HM
Jul 27, 2025
2 min read

Updated: Aug 1, 2025

One of the rooms in the gallery (Photo by OhmDoesStuff)

Information

This gallery, The Architecture of Sou Fujimoto: Primordial Future Forest, is open to the public from July 2nd 2025 to November 9th 2025. It is located at the Mori Art Museum in Roppongi Hills Mori Tower.

More information here.

Key Projects in the Gallery

Among the featured projects, the Grand Ring of Expo 2025 stood out, with a model of the structure being in the gallery.

The mini model of the Grand Ring (Photo by OhmDoesStuff)

The Grand Ring is envisioned to serve as the central hub of the Expo, providing visitors with a seamless journey through various pavilions and exhibits that showcase the latest advancements and ideas from around the globe.

The usage of wood allowed for a very warm and comforting entrance to the Expo. Wood as a material also goes very well with light, creating a brightly illuminated effect.

Materials

Many of his projects prioritize local resources and ecological harmony. The use of lightweight, translucent materials creates spaces that are not only visually stunning but also reflect light in captivating ways.

For example, in the N House, Fujimoto used panels that allow light to filter through, which results in a dynamic interior experience that changes throughout the day. His focus on materiality reflects his belief that architecture should cultivate social interactions. Every design choice contributes to creating spaces that feel welcoming and purposeful.

Experiencing the Gallery

A lot of his models used items in daily life, including staples and fruit packaging. Seeing those made me realize that a lot of architectural wonders are based on something in daily life.

One of his works, made out of staples (Photo by OhmDoesStuff)

A model of L'ARBRE BLANC, one of Sou Fujimoto's most famous works (Photo by OhmDoesStuff)

Opinions

The gallery of Sousuke Fujimoto's architectural projects was a very captivating experience.

I highly recommended this gallery for both architecture enthusiasts and casual visitors, as this gallery highlights the creativity and vision that is vital in our evolving world. I was left with a deeper appreciation of how buildings and spaces can really affect our lives.