Article source: Takashige Yamashita Office 

This project is a small nursery in Yamanashi prefecture, Japan.

The site offers a spectacular view of Mt. Fuji. With some houses and farms spread out in its neighborhood, it creates a peaceful, but at the same time, a bit deserted atmosphere.

Image Courtesy © Kenichi Suzuki

• Architects: Takashige Yamashita Office (Takashige Yamashita)
• Project: Toranoko Nursery – A small nursery with a big roof
• Location: Yamanashi prefecture, Japan
• Photography: Kenichi Suzuki
• Software used: Rhinoceros
• Client: Seiko-kai
• Structural Engineer: Sasaki Structural Consultants
• Wall Painting: mirocomachiko
• General Contractor: Usuko Sangyo
• Structure: Steel frame + Wooden roof
• Site area: 296.13m²
  
• Building area: 177.24m²
  
• Total floor area: 170.66m²
  
• Design period: 01.06.2015 – 29.02.2016
• Construction period: 10.03.2016 – 31.10.2016

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