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Nicolas G. Hayek Center – Ginza, Japan



Building: Nicolas G. Hayek Center
Location: Ginza, Japan
Architect: Shigeru Ban
Year Completed: 2007
AE Interest: Retractable glass facade that opens and closes like a store front
Risonare Garden Chapel – Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan



Building: Risonare Garden Chapel
Location: Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan
Design and Engineering: Arup
Retractable Wall: Kawasaki Heavy Industries
Year: 2019
AE: Use of glazed glass and perforated wall for light quality, Retractable Wall