Shiodome Sio-Site was a joint public and private sector redevelopment project completed in 2006. In nearby Shinbashi, eateries and bars built under and into the brick structure of the elevated railway tracks during the Meiji era have become a famous cityscape of this area. We set out to discover what kind of lighting environment exists in this conflicting neighborhood of Tokyo. Red lanterns, single light bulbs hanging under the eaves, colorful luminous signage…All the lighting is warm and inviting. The lighting environment along the streets of Shinbashi is wide and varied, but somehow closes the distance between strangers. Lighting for an elevated pedestrian deck connecting high-rise buildings in the area. The warm colored lighting creates a comfortable atmosphere for a nighttime stroll. The Shiodome high-rise buildings are not showy, and along with the interior office lighting, only a few have facade lighting on the building crowns.

Theme：Raising Creative Children Interviewer:　Rachel Nakayama Rachel：Today I`d like to talk about children and design education. I think design education should be about developing free thought and the capacity to use free thought to solve problems. There is a weekly TV program on NHK called “Design あ;” I believe you had the opportunity make an appearance on the show. The program takes everyday objects and ideas and explains their design process in very simple animation, going right to the foundation or origin of that object. For example, “Why is a plastic bottle cap shaped like it is and why does it screw on?” My three kids and I really look forward to watching it every week. samples of the contents “Design A” ①one pair of formula、②My circle and square、③ design people 、④Everyone’s「Ah」 Saturday Morning：All three children are obsessed with A”Design A” Mende：You and your kids wake up at 7:00 on a Saturday to watch the show? Pretty early for the weekend. Rachel： Yes, we are early risers, but sometimes we sleep in and miss the show. Everything in the program, from music to color scheme to word choice is easy to understand and beautifully artistic. I think it`s an interface than to appeals to children and adults, alike. Mende：You describe this program called “Design　あ” using the word design, but I think it is more of asking “Why?” of everyday things. Asking questions and solving the mystery, is very important. Rachel：Yes, you…

Date: November 23rd, 2006 Program: City Tour, Workshop, Exhibition, Symposium Venue: URA Center Transnational Tanteidan Forum 2006 in Singapore In 2002, the Transnational Tanteidan Forum started in Tokyo, moved to Europe and the US, and, now in its fifth year, the forum was held in the tropical island-city of Singapore. Once again chapter members gathered for the yearly event to get reacquainted and share lighting experiences. Façade Lighting The theme this year was façade lighting. The façade, said to be the face of architecture, is sensitive to light at night. Illuminations can add to a building’s charm and highlight it’s features, but can also leave a damaging expression. Architecture, the face of a city, creates a nightscape unique to each city and area. How façade lighting affects the nightscape of a city was the topic of this year’s forum. The night started with our top presenter, Singapore member, Ms. Toh Yah Li. Yah Li introduced the different areas of Singapore, focusing on the CBD district and the skyscrapers along the waterfront. The reflection of this group of skyscrapers in the bay is distinctive of the Singapore nightscape, but the light permeating from the windows of high-rise public housing is also a classic view of Singapore. Next on the program were Hamburg lighting designers, Mr. Christof Fielstette and Ms. Ulrike Brandi. The pair presented on the illumination of the city hall and other historical buildings with classic stone facades, but as…

2024.10.31-11.3 Makalin Wongchinchai + Stell Li Egypt, land of secrets, a place full of history, mystery and amazing stories. We wanted to see not only thefamous pyramids, but also a lot of interesting cities and lightings in the night. To explore the lighting in Egyptian daily life, we chose to visit two main cities in Greater Cairo Area for four days. ■Introduction Egypt, one of the world’s oldest civilizations, is home to the pyramids, deserts, the Nile, and its vibrant capital, Cairo, where ancient and modern worlds meet.To explore this one of the most historical countries in the world, we chose to visit two main cities in Greater Cairo Area —Cairo (the captial city of Egypt) and Giza (with Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur ).As the sun sets over the city, Cairo & Giza transforms into a dazzling display of lights and enchantment. The bustling streets come alive with vibrant energy. As locals and visitors alike gather in cafes, shisha lounges, and bazaars, embracing the rich Egyptian culture that thrives well into the night, we surveyed lightings on Cairo & Giza’s daily life. ■Cairo The Khan el-Khalili market has always been a hub of trade and commerce since it was established in 14th century. Walking in this maze-like narrow streets was like taking a journey back in time.During the day, the sunlight was intense. When the sun shines through all kinds of awnings,…

Interviewer: Jack Lim Jack: Good morning Mr. Mende. Today’s theme is “Dreams”. We will keep it open for discussion, whether it refers to the dreams when we sleep, or ambitions and wishes.  I will start with the question: When you sleep, do you have recurring dreams? Mende: I have many times dreamt of the same scenery and the same landscape, which gave a feeling of déjà vu. In this dream, I am usually flying. I see the ocean, the sun all over town, with beautiful nature and landscape. And I am usually just stand on a higher place. Do you know the ‘Tetsuwan Atomu’ (Astro Boy) ? I am just flying like Atomu. This is my favourite dream. I very much enjoy dreaming. Jack: Do you also dream a lot? Mende: Yes, I always have very good and optimistic dreams. I don’t have any fearful and bad dreams. Even when I have to fight somebody, I can always win. How about you? Jack: I dream a lot. I can dream even during a quick 10-minute nap, or when I fall asleep on a bus ride. My dreams come in all forms, good and bad. A recurring dream that I have usually happens when I’m almost falling asleep: I step on something slippery, like a banana peel, and fall backward, hitting the back of my head. Then I wake up with a sudden jolt, lying in bed, shocked. Sometimes, though, I…