Comments on: Himeji Observatory House by KINO architects

By: Donkey

Donkey — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:31:49 +0000

What is the Japanese fascination with deathtrap staircases?

By: Matt

Matt — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 14:51:10 +0000

The idea of the lighting at the junction is great. But the execution is not. Raw concrete combined with timber is a comfortable balance but to see those fluorescent bulbs tips the scales toward interrogation cell. Could a concealed LED not have been used? They are getting more powerful these days aren’t they?

By: Rib

Rib — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 03:34:17 +0000

i think its pretty impressive the spaces inside and lighting ,but concrete makes it somehow boring and lifeless

By: arjun

arjun — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 05:55:21 +0000

is this place inhabited by people or ghosts? i know japanese architetcure is restrained and austere but this is a bit extreme.

By: eva

eva — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:00:08 +0000

ok, the house was made as observatory-and then there isnt even ONE photo of the castle view??!! i’m starting to doubt u get any decent view from this house…