tokyo-based klein dytham architecture’s ‘T-site’ in daikanyama, tokyo, japan is a shortlisted building in the shopping category for the 2012 world architecture festival. dedicated to books, music and movie retail market, the store is part of tsutaya, a low-rise retail complex. three pavilions arranged amidst the existing, mature trees led to its selection within an invited design competition. an exterior of glass contrasts the multiple facades of perforated screens formed with a woven motif which discretely integrates the brand’s T logo. the interior and exterior areas are blurred by a magazine street which runs through the site. between perusing the library of books and artworks, visitors may frequent the cafe and lounge to eat and relax.

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama all images © nacasa & partners / courtesy of klein dytham architecture

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama the buildings gradually step back from the main street forming a relaxed passageway

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama existing, mature trees were maintained by creating three building footprints

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama low-E glass reflects the greenery and glass reinforced concrete T-panels

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama two bridges clad in stainless steel battens connect buildings

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama polished material reflects the surrounding scenery

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama bridge interior

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama the pavilions contain retail space on the lower 2 floors with accommodation above

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama the three pavilions are linked by organizational spine called the ‘magazine street’

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama facade T-panels are made from glass reinforced concrete

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama the magazine ‘street’

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama anjin lounge contains a bar, performance space and rare books for sale

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama performance stage concealed with contemporary japanese screen by masatake kosaki

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama bar is made from second hand books

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama (left) bound magazine archives form the bar (right) screen printed perforated metal signage done in collaboration with kenya hara

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama flexible perimeter bench for lighting, storage, tables and seats against full-height glass windows

klein dytham architecture: T-site, daikanyama site plan

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