Karim Rashid in Roppongi Hills

sKape KARIM RASHID 2003／GRC, urethane paint 0.7 x 9.0 x 1.94(h)m

sKape is an island of flowing color, designed as an extension of the Tokyo landscape. The signature curvatures of Karim. Really stands out at the same time adding vibrance to the area. The urban landscape of Roppongi Hills contains many specially commissioned works of public art and design, which give the town vibrancy and color while affirming its role as a cultural center. Four of the works were chosen by David Elliott, Director of the Mori Art Museum, which is located within Roppongi Hills. A further three works were selected by architect Fumihiko Maki for installation in and around his TV Asahi building. Shigeru Uchida collaborated with 10 designers to produce 11 custom-made benches and one bus stop, all of which are arranged along a 400m stretch of Roppongi Hills' main street, Keyaki-zaka Dori.