Takaharu Tezuka and Yui Tezuka (Tezuka Architects), “Architecture for Sharing” (Yale School of Architecture)

This lecture explores the role of architecture in cultivating inclusivity and collective experience.

 

Fuji Kindergarten is often recognized for its iconic oval-shaped roof — a form celebrated around the world. Yet, architecture is not defined by shape alone. In this case, the oval form symbolizes a deeper philosophy: the idea of sharing. It represents a space where boundaries dissolve and wisdom emerges through communal experience.

 

Fuji Kindergarten has become a turning point in the global conversation on education. It exemplifies the shift from simply accumulating knowledge to cultivating wisdom. While knowledge is a personal tool, wisdom arises when that knowledge is shared for the greater good.

 

The lecture will begin with Fuji Kindergarten and unfold through a series of diverse projects, each grounded in the principle of inclusivity. Participants will discover how architecture can serve as a catalyst for social connection, empathy, and shared growth.