Last week, the 2013 Pritzker Architecture Prize was awarded to Japanese architect, Toyo Ito, for his contributions to the field of architecture in over 40 years of practice and more specifically, 'a body of work that combines conceptual innovation with superbly executed buildings'. (via)

To celebrate the achievement, we're sharing a few favorite images from Ito's projects...

Museum of Architecture, Imabari-shi, Ehime, Japan

Museum of Architecture, Imabari-shi, Ehime, Japan

Omotesando Building, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, JapanSerpentine Gallery Pavilion, London, United Kingdom

Tama Art University Library, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, Japan

Matsumoto Performing Arts Centre, Nagano, Japan

Congratulations, Toyo Ito!

All images are from the Pritzker Architecture Prize website; view more photos online and read the official announcement here.