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| On the bus ride back from Kamaishi we stopped in Sendai to visit Ito's design from 95'. Video in building during 3.11: Earthquake in Sendai |
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| Render from Ito's office probably during the schematic design phase. Ito wanted a space where "seaweed-like" elements would serve as the structure and cores of the building (elevators, stairs, HVAC all within structure). |
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| Lobby |
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| Materials, furniture and program varies floor to floor. 7th floor. |
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| 6th floor |
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| 5th floor |
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| In the elevator |
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| Damage from the earthquake. |
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| Ito-san walked us through his building... |
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| And popped up in the gift shop! |
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| fries and ketchup.. YES. |
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