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Ban’s passion for an efficient and innovative result led to wonderful ideas reusing materials that were not thought of by the majority of architects. Shigeru Ban often uses reused and low cost materials such as paper tubes and standard shipping containers to create his developments.

Shigeru Ban is both innovative and has a caring nature for the communities. He is not only helping out with refugee relief shelters overseas, but is also developing the temporary Christchurch cathedral made out of cardboard. Ban employs a unique and challenging strategy that is based on his efficient and innovative nature.