Love Architecture is a firm that worked closely with the urban surroundings while completing the Shugoin Housing units in Tokyo.
The apartment complex is in a busy area, so the firm wanted to make sure the the residences in the building were able to get some peace and quiet, while ensuring they didn't feel completely cut off from the outside world. To achieve this, brick material was mainly used on the outside, which helps with the noise factor. However, to keep the air flowing the firm also kept holes in certain sections of the wall. Everything was does in an attractive pattern too so that the apartment complex still looked aesthetically pleasing from the outside.
Photo Credits: designboom, lovearchitecture.co.jp
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Perforated Brick Architecture
- Incorporating brick with holes in architectural designs to provide a balance between noise reduction and air circulation.
- Urban Surroundings Integration
- Designing buildings that harmonize with the surrounding urban environment for aesthetic cohesion.
- Attractive Exterior Patterns
- Creating visually pleasing patterns on building facades to enhance the overall appearance.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Opportunity for architects to explore innovative ways of incorporating materials like perforated brick in building designs for enhanced living experiences.
- Construction
- Construction companies can leverage perforated brick technology to build noise-resistant structures that still maintain ventilation.
- Real Estate
- Real estate developers can promote the attractiveness of their properties by adopting visually appealing exterior patterns on buildings.
