The Los Angeles–based firm convinced its client to reuse the bones of a WWII-era relic in the San Fernando Valley for the home of the Victory Wellness Center.
The much-heralded building by Thomas Phifer will be off limits to the public for up to a year starting next month.
With its focus on reuse and restoration, this month's issue explores myriad transformative interventions that eclipse demolition.
Long, linear, and devoid of visual boundaries, the enchanting floating arts center is one of multiple commissions by the Japanese architect in the Bailuwan development.