{Still in Japan for some end-of-day inspiration… this time courtesy of architecture firm Herz

{Still in Japan for some end-of-day inspiration… this time courtesy of architecture firm Herzog de Meuron. Finding the colours a little bit harsh and distracting, but I suppose it’s a nice break from all the usual neutral spaces I gravitate towards.}Miu Miu is led by Italian designer Miuccia Prada, who commissionedHerzog & de Meuron to create their seminal Tokyo Prada store on the other side of the same road in 2000.“Contrary to expectations for a site that is home to so many luxury brands, Miyuki Street in Aoyama Tokyo is not particularly beautiful or elegant,” said the architects. “The architecture is heterogeneous – a hodgepodge of freestanding buildings of different heights and shapes, with neither historical tradition nor common standards.” “Contrary to expectations for a site that is home to so many luxury brands, Miyuki Street in Aoyama Tokyo is not particularly beautiful or elegant,” said the architects. “The architecture is heterogeneous – a hodgepodge of freestanding buildings of different heights and shapes, with neither historical tradition nor common standards.” This acts as a giant metal awning, shading the interior while offering passers-by a glimpse inside. The other side of the sharp-edged steel sheeting is clad with textured copper that curves at the corners. “We used the following thoughts to channel our ideas: more like a home than a department store, more hidden than open, more understated than extravagant, more opaque than transparent,” said Herzog & de Meuron. Another angled copper wall is used on the opposite side of the store, extending the full height of the building and providing a backdrop for displayed accessories. A single-flight staircase orientated parallel to the main facade features glass banisters topped with copper rails. Other internal walls are covered with a brocade fabric produced in subtly different shades of green. The pattern is also used to upholster the rounded seats and stools found around the interior, in both green and a contrasting bright red hue that covers shelves. -- source link

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