‘annaka’ house by akihisa hirata architecture office
‘annaka’ house by japanese firm akihisa hirata architecture office is a combination of architecture and landscape. the house is created by a flexible system connecting many platforms and sloped surfaces. the roof is made in the same method as its base, thus creating an area with continuous space, providing views of the surrounding landscape. each part of the space is independent, while still allowing areas to relate to each other.
the house is due to be complete by the end of 2010.
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