Nakagin Capsule Tower
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8-16-10 ginza
Chuo-ku
Tokyo
Japan
coordinates:
lat 35.6655617, long 139.7634430
Building names(s): Nakagin Capsule Tower / Nakagin Kapuseru Tawā
Architect/Designer: Kisho Kurokawa
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Completion date: 1972
Function:
style: Japanese Metabolismcomposition: two interconnected concrete towers, respectively eleven and thirteen floors, which house 140 prefabricated modules (or “capsules”) which are each self-contained units. Each capsule measures 2.3 m (8 ft) × 3.8 m (12 ft) × 2.1 m (7 ft) and functions as a small living or office space. Capsules can be connected and combined to create larger spaces. Each capsule is connected to one of the two main shafts only by four high-tension bolts and is designed to be replaceable. No units have been replaced since the original construction.
Last modified: 20 July, 2009 | Suggested By LT
(13 votes, average: 4.31 out of 5)
The capsules are all 2.3 x 3.8 x 2.1 m.
and attached by 4 high tension bolts
I heard that too. Does any one know the date of demolition?
I’m keen to buy a capsule and take it home if any wants to sell one.
According to the Tourist Information Centre, this building is supposedly marked for demolition!