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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Luminous in Tokyo, Japan by Jun Sakaguchi ArchitectFebruary 15th, 2013 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: Jun Sakaguchi Architect Jun Sakaguchi as a practice director of PTW Architects won a design competition for this small commercial block in Tokyo in 2006. Crowned with a penthouse rising above the 31m height limit but within the set-back line, it glows like finely cut jewellery. Most surrounding buildings are 31m high, so the penthouse enjoys open views from the timber deck terrace to the Tokyo Station area and further up to the Shinjuku district.  Image Courtesy © Tomohiro Sakashita
 Image Courtesy © Tomohiro Sakashita The façade has a beautiful and deeply curved glass wall, which maximizes the frontage for tenants and continually reflects changes in the environment. A central glass lift-well unifies the curve of the penthouse with the lower levels, creating a symbolic form. This building provides a new landmark and a novel way to activate a typical commercial area.  Image Courtesy © Tomohiro Sakashita The plan provides 95% efficiency of net area on typical levels with the innovative design approach providing an environmentally friendly design for its tenants.  Image Courtesy © Tomohiro Sakashita  Image Courtesy © Tomohiro Sakashita  Image Courtesy © Tomohiro Sakashita
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