New Japanese architecture

[Emiliano]

Too simplistic, imitation primitive, too abstract for me. It's crude and rural, and not very imaginative. It reminds me of a church from the inside. The 'peaks' are nothing but imitations on thatched roofs without their function to justify their existence. A bit juvenile, in my opinion.

If you want great architecture from Japan, Shell House by Kotaro Ide in Nagano is an example:

http://architizer.com/projects/shell-house2/

http://www.archdaily.com/11602/shell-art...architects




















Now that is something outstanding. Elegant, unique, imaginative, and sophisticated design. I did a project on this house in my first year in architecture.

(Something for [MENTION=21558]Emiliano[/MENTION] -- did you know about this house?).

I hadn't seen that house before, no. But I really like how it blends the inside and the outside. It's also really beautiful.

I remember learning something interesting about Japanese homes - they aren't really built to last. Apparently most Japanese people prefer to build new homes rather than previously lived in ones, which is part of why being an architect in Japan is a really good career. I forget where I read that, otherwise I'd share it, it was a good read. There is a part of me that's really intrigued by art that has a lifespan.

I'm really interested in architecture but I don't have much knowledge of it outside of what's in NYC. I just find it to be one of the most powerful art forms. It has such an incredible influence on how we perceive the world.

Personally I'm in the mood for either of the homes. They both appeal to me right now. Clean, simple, nice lines....