John Malone Blog 8 – Paul Andreu – Osaka Maritime Museum, Japan

The last building is the Osaka Maritime Museum in Japan. Andreu finished this project in just two years, starting in 1998 and finishing in 2000.  The design is very similar to the Grand Theatre, also featuring a spherical shape rising out of the water. Impressively, the building received the Institution of Structural Engineers 2002 Structural Special Award for its ability to withstand wind, waves, and earthquakes. I really like the domes appearance and color, as it blends in with the color of the waves smoothly. The glass also gives the museum some mystery, possibly causing a passerby to wonder what hides inside. I really liked this design and think it is my favorite one by Andreu.

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