Japan is one country prone to earthquakes and seismic activity, which is why this architect used carbon fiber rods to prevent the building from shaking and coming down. Kengo Kuma used a netting made out of carbon fiber for the Komatsu Seiren textile manufacturing laboratory and office space in Nomu, Ishikawa.
The noodle-like wrapping is not just practical, it is also visually compelling. The entire outside of the structure is reinforced with the carbon fiber rods, ensuring it is prepared for coming quakes. In Japan, this is not a matter of if, but when -- last year alone there were over 800 small earthquakes. Stronger than metal, the exterior facade uses an anti-seismic criss-crossing knit to strengthen walls and windows.
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