Modern Library University at Tokyo Japan by Toyo ItoTama Art University Library (Hachioji campus) the acclaimed Japanese architectonics design, Toyo Ito, afresh completed the new library for the celebrated Tama Art University Library. This is a library for an art university amid in the suburbs of Tokyo. With its iconic arches, Toyo Ito’s new library at Tama Art University has the ambience of a Romanesque architectonics its best design. Photos by Ishiguro Photographic Institute. Toyo Ito combines a new affectionate of filigree with an avant-garde arrangement of arches at the Tama Art University Library alfresco of Tokyo.
Tama Art University Library casual through the capital access gate, the armpit lies abaft a advanced garden with baby and ample trees, and stretches up a affable slope.The absolute cafeteria was the sole abode in the university aggregate by both acceptance and agents associates beyond all disciplines, so the aboriginal catalyst for our architectonics architectonics was to catechism how an academy as specialised as a library could accommodate an accessible commonality for all.
Tama Art University Library our aboriginal abstraction was for a advanced accessible arcade on the arena akin that would serve as an alive avenue for bodies bridge the campus, alike after intending to go to the library.To let the flows and angle of these bodies advisedly access the building, we began to anticipate of a anatomy of about placed arches which would actualize the awareness as if the angled attic and the advanced garden’s backdrop were continuing aural the building.
The Tama Art University Library appropriate arches are fabricated out of animate plates covered with concrete. In plan these arches are abiding forth arced curve which cantankerous at several points. With these intersections, we were able to accumulate the arches acutely attenuate at the basal and still abutment the abundant alive endless of the attic above. The spans of the arches alter from 1.8 to 16 metres, but the amplitude is kept analogously at 200mm.
The Tama Art University Library intersections of the rows of arches advice to clear cautiously afar zones aural this one space. Shelves and abstraction desks of assorted shapes, avant-garde body bottle architectonics partitions that action as account boards, etc., accord these zones a faculty of both alone appearance and beheld as able-bodied as spatial continuity.
Tama Art University Library on the angled arena level, a movie-browser like a bar adverse and a ample bottle table for the latest issues of magazines allure acceptance to absorb their time cat-and-mouse for the bus in the library. Climbing the stairs to the additional floor, one finds ample art books on low bookshelves bridge beneath the arches. Between these shelves are abstraction desks of assorted sizes. A ample table with a state-of-art archetype apparatus allows users to do able alteration work.
The Tama Art University Library spatial assortment one adventures back walking through the arches altered in amount and acme changes seamlessly from a cloister-like amplitude abounding with accustomed ablaze at autogenous design, to the consequence of a adit that cannot be penetrated visually.
The Tama Art University new library is a abode area anybody can ascertain their appearance of “interacting” with books and blur media as if they were walking through a backwoods or in a cave; a new abode of arcade-like spaces area bendable alternate relations anatomy by artlessly casual through; a focal centre area a new faculty of adroitness begins to advance throughout the art university’s campus.
The Tama Art University Library appropriate arches are fabricated out of animate plates covered with concrete. In plan these arches are abiding forth arced curve which cantankerous at several points. With these intersections, we were able to accumulate the arches acutely attenuate at the basal and still abutment the abundant alive endless of the attic above.
Project title: Tama Art University Library (Hachioji campus)
Location: Hachioji City, Tokyo, Japan
Architects: Toyo Ito & Associates, Architects
Client: Tama Art University
Program: Library
Design and Supervision
Campus Planning : Tama Art University Campus Project Team
Architects: Toyo Ito & Associates, Architects
Design team: Toyo Ito, Takeo Higashi, Hideyuki Nakayama, Yoshitaka Ihara
Associate Architect: Kajima Design
Structural engineers: Sasaki Structural Consultants
Associate Architect: Kajima Design
Mechanical engineer: Associate Architect: Kajima Design
Interaction design: Workshop for Architectonics and Urbanism
Furniture design: Fujie Kazuko Atelier
Curtain architectonics and fabricator: Nuno Corporation
Supervisor: Toyo Ito & Associates, Architects
Design team: Toyo Ito, Takeo Higashi, Hideyuki Nakayama, Yoshitaka Ihara
Tama Art University Campus Project Team
Tama Art University Former Facility Office
Contractors
Architecture: Kajima Corporation
Mechanical: Kajima Corporation
Shop drawing: Evergreen
Air-Conditioning, Plumbing & Mechanical Services: Techno Ryowa, Tonets Corporation,
Sanken Setsubi Kogyo
Electrical Installation: Kyokujitsu Electric, Kandenko, Toko Electric
Earlier in the week I promised you a tour of a wonderful newly constructed house in Utah. Built by a reader of WD and her husband (who previously worked for Christopher Peacock Kitchens). The house is an wonderful example of true craftsmanship.
We were able to get a private sneak peak into this home which they refer to as the "French House". The home is currently for sale, and unfurnished.
The main entry, though not grand in size is really beautiful. Notice the key details here: herringbone floors, hand forged iron railings, exquisite moulding details and a beamed ceiling. Beyond we see an interesting curved hallway.
Here is a close up of the reclaimed hand hewn barn beams
Of course when the builder is also a world class cabinet maker you know the kitchen will be the jewel of the home and this one is gorgeous! It has a very Christopher Peacock feel, but I think this particular kitchen has even more personality. I love the front X detailing on the center island. Also notice the coffered ceiling. I also like the choice of light fixtures!
Notice the the first center island has a soft curve to it, which was harder to see in the picture above. Having a conversation at a curved island versus a straight one is much more enjoyable. You should always try to incorporate even a soft curve in a kitchen island if possible.
I love the subtle diamond shaped marble tile backsplash. As expected the kitchen is outfitted with top of the line appliances.
The first island has been thoughtfully designed with a step down so guests can't view a messy sink. The second island is topped walnut for food prep.
Here is a close up of the corner detailing on the island! Wonderful!
A close up of the walnut top - notice its tongue in groove and bread board sides.
Coffered ceilings continue in the Living room, which also has a stunning fireplace and surround. Can you imagine how wonderful this home would look furnished?
The dining room with French doors and interesting moulding details
The family room continues the coffered ceilings. I love the fireplace! My imagination is going wild furnishing it in my head!
The curved staircase is just stunning - hand forged iron railings are beautiful.
A quick peek into the master bath which reveals a coveted zinc soaking tub.
This porch off the Master bedroom is one of several porches to take in the spectacular mountain views.
Notice that the outdoor detailing and stonework are as elaborate and thoughtful as the indoor detailing. This shows just part of the back of the home. See the mountains on the right.
Here is a side view - a lovely landscaped path - notice the copper gutters and cedar shake roof. More spectacular mountain views.
I adore the charm of these shutters!
No detail was left out. Look at the close up of these iron fleur de lys.
Even the garage was not overlooked. I love the heft and depth of the stone outside the garage. Look closely to see the herringbone brick detail in the driveway.
This gorgeous house is a spectacular example of craftsmanship. It was recently on the local "Parade of Homes". For more information on this home and to see
If you happen to pick up this months Veranda magazine (this cover is from last March). You will see a write about Tara Shaw's "New Classics".
I own several pieces myself including the Mora Clock, which is a copy of Tara's own clock.
