Publications

Tokuoka Sekkei - Community Development and Architecture
（KENCHIKU JOURNAL, Extra Edition）

It will soon be 30 years since the founding of the firm. This is a look at representative architectural works by the firm, which made a new start from “Masakatsu Tokuoka Architects” to “Tokuoka Sekkei” based on its three founding principles: “pursuit of sociality in architecture,” “pursuit of artistry in architecture,” and “sensible quality, cost, and process management."

From the KENCHIKU JOURNAL website

Paperback 56pages　Publisher KENCHIKU JOURNAL 2011　Language Japanese

Architecture - Climate and Design

"How can we create architecture that is beautiful, durable, long-lasting, timelessly useful, cherished by people, and able to survive as new landscapes? This is the question I continue to pursue."

- Masakatsu Tokuoka

"Whether it’s the eaves detailing or the seigaiha patterns, the author’s attention to construction shows a unique perspective, distinct from the modern architects who focus merely on appearances."

- Yoshichika Uchida (Professor Emeritus, The University of Tokyo)

"Spending time exploring Mr. Tokuoka's architecture in the Japanese countryside was a series of breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. Among such surroundings, Mr. Tokuoka's 'pastoral architectures' vividly enhanced the scenery."

- Takeshi Ishido（Urban Architecture Editing Research Institute)

"Whether situated in a town with traditional houses or in a countryside with sprawling fields, Tokuoka's works blend seamlessly into their environment, as if they have sprouted from the ground. At the same time, these buildings stand out and catch the eye, distinct from the surrounding structures. While such photos are rarely used in architectural collections, they are fitting to express Tokuoka's works, which integrate into their surroundings while maintaining a unique individuality."

- Kazuto Kasahara（Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Kyoto Institute of Technology )
Review of Architecture and Society (Japan Institute of Architects) from Sedimentation of the Times

Paperback 177pages　Publisher Kenchiku siryou kenkyusyo 2008　Language Japanese

Architecture - Design of yuzuriha's spirit

The secret of Tokuoka's architecture, which has won numerous competitions, lies in his deep understanding of the local environment and the people who live there, as well as in his warm architectural expression. Tokuoka's architecture is rooted in the local environment and inspires people.

Syozo Baba（Architectural Critic）

Paperback 272pages　Publisher Nikkan Kensetsu Kogyo 2003　Language Japanese

Architecture - My life for Design

Architecture is the measure of the civilization and technology of the time. Modern architecture should be created with culture, technology, and materials appropriate to the times. The question is whether these modern architecture can preserve and convey the emotions and nostalgia we feel towards the architectural legacy of past civilizations and technologies to the present and the future.

Paperback 158pages　Syoukoku Sya 1998　Language Japanese

Archworld 89

Publisher Archiworld 2002　Language Korean English Japanese

PA(PRO ARCHITECT)17 MASAKATSU TOKUOKA

Paperback 260pages　Publisher Archiworld 1999　Language Korean English Japanese