Architect Tadao Ando designs decor for Met Gala and upcoming Karl Lagerfeld exhibition

Last night celebrities descended on the Metropolitan Museum of Art for its annual Met Gala, donning costumes and get-ups inspired by the looks and work of the late fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld. Jared Leto wore a furry white catsuit and Janelle Monáe showed up in a layered look featuring a hoop skirt, while others opted for more traditional, subdued gowns and suits. Credit for this year’s decorations goes to event planner Raul Àvila, who has overseen the event’s decor since 2007, and architect Tadao Ando.

A focal point of this year’s decoration was the not-so-red red carpet: a white floor cover featuring red and blue

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