the houses 'to not to die' turn 20: a look back at tokyo's reversible destiny lofts mitaka
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Celebrating 20 years, the Reversible Destiny Lofts Mitaka remains a bold experiment in residential architecture founded by Shusaku Arakawa and Madeline Gins. Designed as a provocative space encouraging physical and mental adaptability, the complex utilizes geometric forms and vibrant colors to engage its residents. With features meant to disrupt usual patterns of movement, the lofts have served diverse purposes and are now open to visitors through Airbnb. The anniversary also introduces new public programs, emphasizing the lofts' ongoing cultural relevance and mission to support lifelong engagement for its occupants.
The Reversible Destiny Lofts Mitaka, conceived by artists Arakawa and Gins, is designed to keep occupants mentally and physically engaged to promote resilience and interaction.
Renowned as an 'ultrachromatic undying house', the lofts feature bright colors and geometric forms, highlighting the duo's belief in responsive environments across a lifespan.
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