kazuyo sejima: shibaura house

'shibaura house' by kazuyo sejima, shibaura tokyo, japan
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japanese architect kazuyo sejima has completed 'shibaura house', a multistorey building containing flexible workshop spaces
located in shibaura tokyo, japan. this bustling new center positioned within the business district and a short walking distance
from main transportation lines provides diverse areas within the various levels. capable of supporting a wide range of functions
and activities, individuals or groups may hold meetings, conferences, events, lectures and exhibitions within unique interior
and terraced plan arrangements.



front elevation
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the tensioned steel structure supports a glass curtain wall penetrated with intermittent setbacks containing open air terraces
on the front and back elevations. upon entering the premises, visitors find the ground floor lounge is open to the public,
furnished with chairs and tables for universal usage. upper study levels are connected to the primary focal patio with a
curving staircase integrating an outdoor experience into regularly traveled circulation paths. the 'bird room' is perched at
the highest story providing a versatile space for dance classes and communal gathering filled with ample daylight.



first level meeting space oen to the public
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view of second and third level study lounges from curving staircase



focal curving staircase
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view of street and curving staircase from third level study lounge



view of second level roof terrace from above



(left) terrace connecting study lounge levels
(right) study lounge
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study lounge
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study lounge
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interior stair within double story height space
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workshop occurring within the 'bird room'
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(left) external stair to access roof terrace
(right) roof terrace
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upper level terrace overlooking the street
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lecture event
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section
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illustration of various activities occurring within the building
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