Benesse House Museum on Naoshima Island redefines luxury accommodations by providing guests with an immersive art experience, void of typical hotel excesses. Opened in 1992, the museum/hotel allows exclusive after-hours access to remarkable art collections. The brainchild of Tetsuhiko Fukutake and Chikatsugu Miyake, it transformed the island from a quiet fishing community into a cultural landmark. Designed by Tadao Ando, the minimalist architecture harmonizes with nature, inviting guests to contemplate art and themselves in a serene environment. This innovative model has inspired a wave of art hotels globally.
"Benesse House Museum is not your typical luxury hotel, eschewing excess for austere elegance. With no TVs or gyms, it invites guests to consider art and self in a tranquil setting."
"The collaboration between Tetsuhiko Fukutake and Chikatsugu Miyake in 1985 marked the beginning of Naoshima's transformation from a fishing island to a cultural hub focused on art and innovation."
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