Japanese design studio Nendo contributed to an exhibition for the internationally-known Hirata Akio’s seventy years of work. Nendo used approximately 4,000 mass-produced hats to fill the exhibition space. The hats flow through space while providing a striking contrast to Hirata’s unique and carefully made hats. In this ambiance, the visitors are invited to experience the freedom that emphasizes Hirata’s work.
By Alice T. Hellyar
Alice Hellyar is an Architect and Craftsperson in the Columbia River Gorge of the Pacific Northwest, where she has practiced since 2011. Her work includes custom residential design with a focus on site specific homes. She is continually exploring the relationship between the natural world and the built world, which inspires her work. Alice is licensed in Oregon and Washington and is an AIA member. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Virginia Tech.