In contrast to the areas dense development, the building playfully imagines the future of local structures.
The projects architects were motivated by a desire to have the structure engage more actively with the public.
The result is a charmless cityscape.
Photo: Harunori Noda (Gankohsha）
Office workers can emerge from the indoors and feel reconnected to the city below.
It also gives passersby a glimpse at the activities going on within the structure.
The smaller areas also enjoy better natural light and working space quality.
Photo: Mariko Kobayashi
Since the emergency stairs are placed on the outside, the interior is easier to work with.
is certainly interesting on its own, it may also generate a larger future impact.
Nikken Sekkei hopes that it will inspire others to reimagine traditional renovation techniques employed in the area.
Photo: Harunori Noda (Gankohsha)
Photo: Harunori Noda (Gankohsha)
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