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Set amidst Nagano Prefecture’s forested Miyota Machi, Culvert Guesthouse by Nendo is a sublime example of architectural kitbashing. The stacked precast concrete culverts take shape as a gallery space for archiving artwork, products and furniture with an attached guesthouse. Takumi Ota The design comprises four precast concrete tunnels assembled on site with an enclosed roof in the centre. The assembly of volumes creates interstitial spaces encased by a seamless glass frame. Takumi Ota Although the interiors are long and narrow with a span of 2-2.3m, the clean white, minimal edges define the space. The programs of the guesthouse like the kitchen, bath and toilet are located on the first floor while a compact study a... More