Toyo Ito Wins the Pritzker PrizeTokyo-based architect Toyo Ito won the 2013 Pritzker Prize. Stated jury chairman Lord Palumbo: “Throughout his career, Toyo Ito has been able to produce a body of work that combines conceptual innovation with superbly executed buildings. Creating outstanding architecture for more than 40 years, he has successfully undertaken libraries, houses, parks, theaters, shops, office buildings and pavilions, each time seeking to extend the possibilities of architecture. A professional of unique talent, he is dedicated to the process of discovery that comes from seeing the opportunities that lie in each commission and each site.” Kudos to Mr. Ito! Photo 11 of 18 in Architecture and Design: 2013 Year In Review by Diana Budds

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Toyo Ito Wins the Pritzker PrizeTokyo-based architect Toyo Ito won the 2013 Pritzker Prize. Stated jury chairman Lord Palumbo: “Throughout his career, Toyo Ito has been able to produce a body of work that combines conceptual innovation with superbly executed buildings. Creating outstanding architecture for more than 40 years, he has successfully undertaken libraries, houses, parks, theaters, shops, office buildings and pavilions, each time seeking to extend the possibilities of architecture. A professional of unique talent, he is dedicated to the process of discovery that comes from seeing the opportunities that lie in each commission and each site.” Kudos to Mr. Ito!