Article source: Matsuya Art Works / KTX archiLAB

How can architecture represent a culinary concept? The Edge of the Wood is an attempt to respond to this question. The owner, Inami Koro, an Udon restaurant in Miki City, is reinventing the traditional Japanese thick noodles dish while keeping the common techniques for preparation. The new building reflects their approach by revisiting the traditional Japanese wooden constructions.

South-Facade, Image Courtesy © Stirling Elmendorf

• Architects: Matsuya Art Works / KTX archiLAB
• Project: The Edge of the Wood
• Location: Miki City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
• Photography: Stirling Elmendorf
• Head Architect Designer: Tetsuya Matsumoto
• Built Area: 318sqm
• Completion: April 2018

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