An exhibition of works by artists, architects and designers on the theme of "home" opens July 1 at Tokyo Opera City Art Gallery.

"Project No. 17 Whose" by Jun'ya Yamaide (2000), installation

The growth of international travel and the communications revolution that have created what some call the "global village" have resulted in profound changes in established social, cultural and artistic values. In this process, the meaning of "home" has also undergone rapid change.

"Home" means different things to different people. To some, it may be a place to be with one's family, while for others it may be a private, personal space. Home is both a physical place and a psychological space in which one establishes one's identity.

The exhibition, which explores new concepts of what "home" means in today's rapidly changing society, features artists from all over the world, including Japan, South Korea and France. A total of 11 artworks are on display.

One featured artist, Jun'ya Yamaide, created his work, "Project No. 23 Curtain," by hanging curtains from the ceiling of the exhibition space. Curtains are normally used to shut out the outside world and distinguish "inside" from "outside." By using them in his piece, Yamaide has turned the gallery, a public place, into a private space for viewers.