NMAO

Most people are familiar with the great architectural marvels of the world—the Great Wall of China, the Sistine Chapel, Todaiji Temple—but what of grand construction projects that were planned but never realized? This exhibition features blueprints, mockups, photographs, and computer models to introduce a collection of 20th-century engineering projects that were never built. Whether due to complex political disputes, technical problems, or a lack of proper planning, these designs never quite made it off the ground. These inspiring and sometimes quirky ideas will be on display, many for the first time. About 40 architects and artists from Japan (such as Tadao Ando and Makoto Aida) and abroad will be featured.