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SAKO Architects applied a gradient coating to tempered laminated glass using an in-house paint developed specifically for outdoor use.

Japan has always sparked wonder, from its closed-door policy in the medieval period and the mesmerizing cherry blossom season to its intriguing philosophies on life and technological advancements.

This article lists 10 temples from the Asian continent with their stunning images and stories. With their eye-catching architecture from different countries, this list is a closer look for religious architecture enthusiasts or passers-by.

Fendi, an Italian fashion house, has collaborated with Japanese architect Kengo Kuma to create accessories inspired by ancient Japanese craft techniques.

Obayashi, one of the largest general contractors in Japan, has completed “3dpod”, the first 3D-printed and earthquake-proof building in the country to receive ministerial certification and a building permit.

Designed by Osamu Morishita Architect & Associates, TOAGOSEI Hydrogen Station Tokushima is a translucent cloud-like canopy that floats in the air as a metaphor for expressing hydrogen.

Tsuginote Tea House is the result of three years of research on 3D printing technology and its application in common-use architecture. The project aims to redefine ancestral Japanese joinery by utilizing 3D printing technology and sustainable wood-based PLA filament.

Designed by Clouds Architecture Office, the 010 Building is located in the center of Hakata Ward in Fukuoka, Kyushu region, Japan’s gateway to Asia.

Kengo Kuma’s design philosophies revolve around reinventing natural materials. His architectural structures aim to recover traditional Japanese buildings by reinterpreting them into modern designs.

The building was designed by Tan Yamanouchi & AWGL in 2023 and is located in Tokyo, Japan. A wooden house sits on a small narrow plot (4.9 m wide, 14.7 m deep) in metropolitan Tokyo. The clients are an artist.