ciel rouge creation injects bold colors into okazaki building

ciel rouge creation injects bold colors into okazaki building
all images courtesy of ciel rouge creation

in nagoya, japan the ‘okazaki building’ stands as a bold, beacon of color. designed by ciel rouge creation, the renovation sees a residential complex bring life to the lacklustre suburb, breaking up the existing grey and brick buildings that are typical of the surrounding neighbourhoods. the transformation summons an individuality to the architecture. large balconies stretch along, and around the corner of the façade extending the exterior space outwards, with each individual dwelling within identified by a color that is mirrored and reflected on the exterior, creating a block effect that is not only aesthetically appealing, but also serves as a visual organization of the living areas inside.

worm’s eye view of ‘okazaki building’

the colors on the façade act as a visual organization of the interior residential units

large balconies extend the interior living areas outwards

lofted entrance area

shared balconies connect come of the residential units

alternate views of the colorful façade

street view

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