‘Sometimes the space comes first’: how Shohei Shigematsu is using architecture to break cultural ground

Shohei Shigematsu: Breaking Cultural Ground through Architecture

Shohei Shigematsu, director of Office for Metropolitan Architecture's New York outpost, is renowned for presenting luxury brands in a fantastical light.

A recent collaboration with Christian Dior, Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams in Seoul, showcases OMA's ability to push boundaries in architecture and design.

Sometimes the space comes first

This article, from The Art Newspaper's Art of Luxury magazine, explores the intersection of luxury fashion, art, and architecture.

Shigematsu has led OMA's New York office for 19 years, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.

Author's summary: Shohei Shigematsu breaks cultural ground with innovative architecture.

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