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Takeshi Shikauchi's Checkered House Brings Wood Back to Urban Japan

Takeshi Shikauchi's Checkered House Brings Wood Back to Urban Japantakeshi shikauchi's checkered house brings wood back to urban japan
checkered façade detail 



the ‘checkered house’ is a modern interpretation of a wooden dwelling; capable of surpassing disaster prevention and maintenance rules, without breaking the bank. designed by takeshi shikauchi, the home is an amalgamation of both metal and wood. beneath a deep overhang, is a checkered wall of structural plywood, glass, and cedar panelling.
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under eave space


Takeshi Shikauchi's Checkered House Brings Wood Back to Urban Japan
windows and shelving
Takeshi Shikauchi's Checkered House Brings Wood Back to Urban Japan
living, dining, and kitchen areas
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light reflections
Takeshi Shikauchi's Checkered House Brings Wood Back to Urban Japan
interior at night
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small articles give the home a sense of privacy
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exterior at night
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