Milan, Italy: l'ArcaEdizioni ,
(1996). First edition - A book which showcases the early avant-garde works of the award-winning Japanese architect Shin Takamatsu. It focuses on 23 of his projects, including some of his famous works like "Orijin" and "Kirin Plaza Osaka," as well as unfinished projects like "Moon Tower". Includes a preface by Shin Takamatsu on "The Day Architecture Becomes a Butterfly" and an introduction by the editor Maurizio Vitta. Illustrated throughout with photographs of his works, mostly in full color or against blue backgrounds, plus some drawings of the plans, and more. List of all his works through the date of publication, brief biography. Quarto. 198 pp. ISBN: 88-78380164.