The Nago City Hall building was very interesting to me in the the integration to the site was quite literal, but effective due to its lack of abstraction.  On pg 14 of our readings it is said “You can discover devices and wisdom for creating a comfortable environment when you are walking through the town”.   This approach is very strait to the point as a way of analyzing context, but it is extremely clear and effective.  The moves made as a result of this experiential research is clear and deliberate.  The isulation was created from earth for the top floor, and ventilation of hot and cold air through the building via wind passages.  This Building was built from Concrete block due to its abundance within that city, and it fits well to anchor the building to the site.  Concrete block does not always present itself well in many regions, but due to its high usage in this region it works well to tie this building to the site.

Till next time…