A SMALL PLAZA AND A STREETSCAPE IN KUROMON

Abstract

To place architecture within a site is to place an open space around it,as well as to form a streetscape. This study examines the characteristics of the contemporary Japanese open spaces and the streetscapes through a case study of an architectural design. The author has involved in designs of a construction and renovations of three adjacent houses. The construction of the oldest house dates back to 1881. Since then, structure of the city and the lifestyle of families have significantly changed. This study discusses on the transformation of them as well.

Keywords

• Architectural Design
• Plaza
• Streetscape
• Structure of City
• Structure of family