takeshi hosaka architects is currently completing construction on the ‘hoto fudo’ which is set for completion next month. located in fujikawaguchiko town in yamanashi prefecture, japan the building will be for restaurant use. the design’s bulbous and subtle undulating form are created using a grid of steel rods which are bent and curved to shape. the one-story structure will be reinforced with concrete resulting in a cave-like interior.
hoto fudo against the mountainous backdrop
hoto fudo will be for restaurant use
the reinforced concrete structure will create a cave-like interior
construction is set to be completed in november 2009
constructing the steel rod frame
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