A comparison of the design processes of the Yoyogi National Gymnasium and the Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium

Abstract This article compares the design processes for Yoyogi National Gymnasium and Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium. It analyzes sketches plans both buildings that Kenzo Tange drew in his pocketbooks, commentary illustrations after structures were completed. The analysis reveals researched suspended roof designs worldwide, placed importance on communicating with office staff engineers, maintained approach of integrating architectural planning, structural drawing, ductwork while designing two buildings.