# Layered Slat Facades The Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Centre is a Modern Take on Tradition By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-06-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asakusa-culture-tourist-information-centre References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/asakusa-culture-tourist-information-centre-by-kengo-kuma--associates) & [kkaa.co.jp](http://kkaa.co.jp/) The Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center by Kengo Kuma and Associates features a facade constructed from a series of [layered wooden slats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-aoyama). The minimalist structure is a modern take on a traditional Japanese design aesthetic. Located in the heart of Tokyo's Asakusa district, this contemporary urban building gives balance to the busy street corner. The public space is home to a [tourist information center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ightham-mote-visitor-centre), a number of conference areas, a multi-purpose hall as well as an exhibition space. With a design that pays homage to cultural architectural practices, the Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center by Kengo Kuma and Associates features a series of [stacked wooden huts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-saidera) that provide their interior with protection from the sun's rays. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Layered Wooden Slat Facades:** Designing buildings with layered wooden slat facades offers a modern twist on traditional architectural practices. - **Cultural Architectural Practices:** Incorporating cultural architectural practices in contemporary designs creates a unique and immersive experience for visitors. - **Minimalist Urban Buildings:** Creating minimalist urban buildings helps to bring balance to bustling city streets while still serving functional purposes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can explore the use of layered wooden slat facades to create innovative and visually appealing structures. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry can benefit from incorporating cultural architectural practices in tourist information centers to provide a unique experience for visitors. - **Event Management:** The event management industry can utilize minimalist urban buildings to create versatile and aesthetically pleasing spaces for conferences and exhibitions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Art Center Sweeping Canopies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centro-de-arte-moderna-gulbenkian.md) - [Contemporary Culture Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tselinny-center.md) - [Wooden Residential Parisian Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamatani.md) - [Traditional Japan-Honoring Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4l-house.md) - [Spiralling Stainless-Steel Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/010-building.md) - [Timber Tradition Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fukasawa-residence.md) - [Renewed Kyoto Townhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-aluc.md) - [Contemporary Timber Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-saidera.md) - [Modern Traditional Japanese Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinmozen.md)