KYUSHU GEIBUN KAN BY KENGO KUMA

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In this project we propose a gate, or roof-centered cultural facility, which could replace typical box-shaped cultural complexes.



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The site is surrounded by a rich context of the locale – a station for Kyushu Shinkansen and Yabe River.


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We designed the new cultural center as a gate for the whole place, which will connect the station and the river, narrowing distance between the nature and the people.


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The texture of the building envelope is also informed by its rich context with stone and green wall elements incorporated into the facade.


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Views to the landscape are provided as the skin is cut and creased allowing natural light to enter through the irregular geometric volumes.


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The extensive use of wood throughout–seen in the floors and furniture–recall the natural site in which it is positioned.


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Smooth, ribbed, and woven exterior surfaces are reminiscent of the mountains, river, and passing trains in the physical surroundings, and the paper, silk, and wood used in japanese art through history.


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Blending the outdoors, and constructed space, this landmark becomes a locus for the community to appreciate cultural heritage and creativity.

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Location:Fukuoka, Japan

Area:4157m2

Year:2013

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