timber columns form a rhythmic structure that recalls the verticality of the surrounding trees.
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kengo kuma's portugal pavilion mimics the ocean's fluid movement with suspended ropes and recycled nets.
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translucent corrugated panels and colored acrylic sheets evoke rippling reflections, inspired by the connection of the region to water.
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the house takes advantage of natural ventilation and passive cooling techniques, reducing the need for air conditioning.
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'bamboo gate' rises from the levee that fell during the 2018 floods as two circular volumes bridged by an undulating roof.
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fiber-reinforced plastic tops the facades to soften daylight, while eye-level glass panels open the interior to unobstructed views of tokyo bay.
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the restoration retains the central structure while reusing materials from adjacent livestock barns and other extensions.
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the small-scale architectural interventions integrate human housing concepts with natural considerations to foster urban nesting.
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the opening in ginza follows three years after the brand’s first foray into japan with the tokyo EDITION, toranomon.
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custom formwork creates a striped pattern on the facade, which helps hide dirt and reduce maintenance.
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