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the structures are inspired by elements of marine life, with the white shells referencing the seaside location.
connections: +1220
first intended as a parking garage, abin design studio elevates the simple program into a community center.
some parts of the roofing were cut open, allowing the pre-existing trees to grow normally.
connections: +750
wood from the original construction has been reused when possible, while a delicate bamboo lattice wraps the inn's atrium.
Is this the same store that Toshiko Mori designed in the 90’s with that green shifty window film? I like the update, feels more inviting.
Basically its a nice little shop.
But, instead of all of the jibberish, it should say ‘They did it with mirrors’.
Inverse methodology?
Three dimensional forms are compressed and captured?
Really.
It demeans the work.
nice overall feel, but the window display seems outdated and looks shabby – miyake deserves more