Frame and Window House / Shinji Nakano Architects
ArchDaily
AUGUST 28, 2024
© Yashiro Photo Office architects: Shinji Nakano Architects Location: Fukuoka, Japan Project Year: 2024 Photographs: Yashiro Photo Office Area: 84.0 m2 Read more »
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