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The columns and stools are crafted entirely from cardboard. Each piece is simply interlocked—no glue, no screws—allowing the structure to rise with a lightness that echoes the impermanence of a seasonal pavilion. Thanks to this simplicity, the entire installation was assembled in less than a single day.
The columns and stool surfaces are tinted in the warm autumn colors of Saga, drawing inspiration from the leaves, soil, and fading light of the season. In this way, the new architectural grid does not impose itself on the site; instead, it blends gently into its surroundings, creating a quiet dialogue between material, place, and memory. The result is an environment where the rhythm of the grid and the softness of the cardboard invite visitors to feel connected to the landscape that shaped it.
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Saga Castle preserves the history of its architecture, allowing visitors to clearly see the former structure of the castle and the traces of its rooms. The order and beauty of traditional Japanese architectural styles are still alive here, making it feel almost like experiencing the archaeology of architecture.
Using the old grid of columns as a starting point, our concept proposes creating a new grid of columns on the opposite side of the park. This concept aims to evoke the castle’s history and harmonize with its remaining structures.
public event
saikofest
Saga, Kyushu, Japan
2024
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