Row House in Sumiyoshi

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Row House in Sumiyoshi, Residential architectural masterwork in Sumiyoshi-ku, Japan.

The Row House features three rectangular volumes connected by an open courtyard, with exposed concrete walls and large windows illuminating interior spaces.

Completed in 1976, this residential project marked a turning point in modern Japanese architecture through its revolutionary approach to urban housing design.

The building demonstrates Japanese spatial concepts by integrating indoor and outdoor areas through a central courtyard, following traditional housing principles.

Located at coordinates 34.610522, 135.492289 in Osaka Prefecture, the Row House remains accessible to architecture enthusiasts through guided tours.

The house contains no traditional walls or partitions, instead utilizing concrete volumes and natural light to define different living spaces within.

Location: Sumiyoshi-ku

Architects: Tadao Ando

Architectural style: brutalist architecture

Made from material: béton brut

GPS coordinates: 34.61052,135.49229

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:43

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