Asahicho clinic's segmented facade introduces diffused daylight

The segmented, geometrical forms of the Asahicho clinic's exterior redefine the conventional medical building standard, opening the practice to the local community in Japan.
Architect Hikalu Tanabe of hkl studio conceived an innovative
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