Tsuruoka Cultural hall is a multipurpose hall that serves as a base for cultural and artistic activities in the region. The surrounding site is characterised by its abundant nature, and is located in a cultural precinct of the city filled with historic buildings, universities and galleries. A building was sought to expand local civic activities, while incorporating the old cultural hall which has been the heart of cultural activities to the students and local arts groups.
Domus, March 2018: Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa – SANAA, Tsuruoka Cultural Hall