Kenzo Tange: Makers of Contemporary Architecture is an early monographic study dedicated to the work of Kenzo Tange, one of the most influential architects of the twentieth century. Written by architectural critic and historian Robin Boyd, the volume presents a detailed overview of Tange’s career at a moment when his international reputation was rapidly expanding.

The book traces Tange’s development from his early work in postwar Japan to his emergence as a central figure in the architectural avant-garde associated with the Metabolism movement. Boyd analyzes Tange’s architectural language through key projects, examining his synthesis of modernist principles with traditional Japanese spatial concepts and monumental urban vision.

Illustrated with photographs, drawings, and architectural plans, the publication offers insight into Tange’s innovative approach to structure, public space, and urban planning. As part of the Makers of Contemporary Architecture series, the book provides an important early interpretation of Tange’s contribution to modern architecture and situates his work within the broader cultural and historical context of postwar Japan.