Seitō Gakusha

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Seitō Gakusha, Wooden house in Miyake, Japan.

The Seitō Gakusha building features railroad ties as its primary construction material, creating a distinct architectural form in the local landscape.

Architect Susumu Takasuga designed this structure, which later received recognition through the prestigious AIJ Prize for its architectural excellence.

The building combines traditional Japanese wooden construction methods with modern architectural principles, establishing new perspectives in residential design.

Located at coordinates 34.077222 latitude and 139.480167 longitude, the structure serves as both a residential space and an architectural point of interest.

The incorporation of railroad ties throughout the construction demonstrates an innovative approach to material reuse in contemporary architecture.

Location: Miyake

Architects: Susumu Takasuga

Made from material: railroad tie

GPS coordinates: 34.07722,139.48017

Latest update: March 14, 2025 20:46

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