Design process of the Memorial Cathedral for World Peace (1954), Hiroshima, by Togo Murano (Part 4): Formal manipulations observed in the process of working design and construction instruction of the cathedral (1948–1954)

Abstract

Following schematic design in November 1948, the design effort continued through working design (detailed design prepared for construction work), which was completed in June 1950, and subsequent detailed construction instruction design. These phases included dome installation over the sanctuary, crypt redesign, window design, and tower design, all of which are impressive manifestations seen in the built work. This paper depicts the architect's creative and strategic design thinking during these phases by analyzing formal manipulations observed in sketches and drawings created until just before the cathedral's dedication on August 6, 1954.