Peter Zellner has been selected as a Japan Foundation Architect & Curator for the Foundation's annual exchange program. He will visit Japan for two weeks in October 2013, attending the Setouchi Triennale, participating on several university panel discussions and giving public lectures.

The Japan Foundation has been extending invitations to Japan to outstanding people overseas involved in the various fields of culture. Their first-hand experiences of Japanese culture and society enhance their understanding of Japan, and the opportunities to exchange opinions with Japanese people in related fields foster the establishment of personnel networks.

About Peter Zellner:

Peter Zellner established the award winning firm ZELLNERPLUS in 2004, and projects include public and private art galleries, residences, institutional facilities and corporate work spaces in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Mexico and New York. He brings over 20 years of experience in building and interior design as well as planning and project management to the firm.  He has been recognized as an emerging voice in national publications such as The Los Angeles Times and The New York Times. Art+Auction magazine included Zellner in its annual "Power 100" selection of influential people in the art world. Harper's Bazaar included Zellner in its Editor's Selection "Best of What's New—Designers to Watch” and he was named by The Los Angeles Times one of 10 'Faces to Watch in 2012.' Zellner holds a Master in Architecture from Harvard University.