CASA O / Takahashi Ippei Office

Florencia Mena — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 20:00:00 +0000

This house is located in a built-up part of the Tokyo outskirts, an area full of wooden houses. Its location is so tucked away that it can be difficult to find unless one actually lives in the neighborhood. The neighboring environment is quiet and contains a sense of anonymity peculiar to this area, which feels like a primeval forest. The client for this project wanted some distance from society, but to still enjoy their retirement living a convenient city lifestyle. One day I happened to find a worn-out home which perfectly matched their stipulations. I suggested renovating it. This house looked as old as the other homes in the area, sharing a similar appearance. I thought being part of the area’s unique anonymity would suit my client better, rather than my completely rebuilding the house and making it stand out from its surroundings.

Shichigahama Tohyama Nursery / Takahashi Ippei Office

Karen Valenzuela — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 23:00:43 +0000

This is a reconstruction project for a public nursery affected by the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami. It was carried out as “a leading project for creative restoration”. Located near the ocean, the school is in a peaceful area full of nature. I wanted the new building to be in harmony with its surrounding environment and not to disturb the atmosphere.

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CASA O / Takahashi Ippei Office

Shichigahama Tohyama Nursery / Takahashi Ippei Office