House N by Sou Fujimoto Architects
This minimalist residence in Oita Japan by Sou Fujimoto Architects is composed of a smaller residence-scaled volume encased in a larger, more urban scale volume.
The larger volume is subtracted asymmetrically, creating a range of experiential moments in the interstitial space around the enclosed dwelling. These subtractions also create a variety of experiences in the more controlled, glassed in volume.
October 1, 2008 - Category: Architecture, Latest - Posted by: Hans - Comments: 1
Louis Vuitton Store in Tokyo
This impressive and futuristic building designed by dutch architects UNStudio will soon become the new flagship store for Louis Vuitton in Japan. There will be 10 floors in this 54 meter tall building which aims at establishing an architectural equivalent of the identity of Louis Vuitton. Blending classical and modern conception, it will inspire the qualities that make up the essence of the Louis Vuitton and its products.
Guerilla Gardening In Tokyo
Here are some great photos of guerilla gardening in Tokyo. Kikrainet says:
Look at the girl in the picture, she is planting some tomatoes in little corner between two roads in the middle of Tokyo. Isn’t it amazing? She cares about that little place of land lost in Tokyo’s immensity, and what is more amazing is that she doesn’t seem worried about people or dogs destroying her tomatoes and her lavender.
As industries and landscape continue to expand, I’m sure this will soon become a necessity, not only in Japan, but all over the industrialized world. Let’s hope that the vehicle fumes, asbestos from brakes, and stray lubricant don’t give the tomatoes a bad taste.
Cube Style By Dinos, Japan
Cube Style created by Dinos, Japan is a cube that changes into a dining space. If you don’t have a dining room, this might be small enough to afford us a dedicated dining space with the option to minimize its footprint when not in use.
Link Via [Apartment Therapy]
Bonsai Gear Clock
The Bonsai Gear Clock is a cool new bonsai-shaped clock coming from — you expected it — Japan. The green of the bonsai is gone, only to be replaced by the coldness and the coolness of a clockwork mechanism. But don’t get fooled: the parts are made of plastic, not of metal. Like many cool things, this little time-tree is only available in Japan (9,975 Yens).