Based in Hiroshima, UID architects was established by Keisuke Maeda in 2003. In his essay about his own philosophy, Maeda expresses his strong belief that to create architecture is 'to create an environment', wherein rich human experiences can be cultivated in the context of a reciprocal relationship with the natural environment. This weighty volume presents more than 40 projects in diverse regions, each expressing in its own way the profound sensitivities and harmonious balance Maeda seeks to nurture in our interaction and communication with various natural elements. Among the featured works are single-family houses, public buildings, and renovations BOOK ARCHITECTURAL