Historic wooden architecture
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Commercial Space in Minato
Transformation of a 1960s Wooden Apartment Building in Tokyo’s Minato Ward into a Commercial Rental Property In the heart of Tokyo, Minato Ward, a traditional wooden apartment building, originally comprising six separate units, has been reimagined into a single cohesive commercial space. This architectural transformation involved a complete internal renovation, where all interior walls were demolished to create an open and unified living environment. Enhancing Light and Space on the Ground Floor The ground floor, which previously suffered from poor natural lighting and a somewhat gloomy atmosphere, was carefully redesigned to maximize the use of available light.
Akira Nakamura
Akira Nakamura
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News • News • 13 Jun 2021
The Relic Shelter by Neri&Hu enshrines a compelling architectural artefact as the centrepiece of a new teahouse
In the southern Chinese city of Fuzhou, the Fuzhou Teahouse by Neri&Hu draws from the historical roots of the region by enshrining a timber structure from the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912) as an inhabitable centrepiece of the new building.
Chen Hao
Surrounded by concrete apartment towers, the base of the enclosing building is made of rammed-earth, a construction method traditional to the region. The upper level is crowned with a copper-clad volume. Dark grey terrazzo paths meander around a reflecting pool at the entrance, leading to the double-height main hall.
Chen Hao
Upon entering the grand hall, sky wells bring in natural light to the depth of the enclosure, illuminating the architectural artefact on display. Upon re... More