Koichi Torimura
MinamiAoyama M | Takeshi Hirobe Architects
MinamiAoyama M is a house that’s built in the center of Tokyo, in Minato Ward. The circumference is enclosed by the house. Therefore, the plan to open internally by using two spot gardens is adopted. Moreover, the octagonal stairwell accomplishes...
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