Restoration of BenTen Residences

Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Architectural drawings
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Original Condition with Contemporary Modifications
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - stripping down the building to its original timber frame
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Building supports to strengthen original wooden frame
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Stripping walls down to original straw filling
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Worksite picture
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - stripping away previous modification efforts
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Worksite picture
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - adding in a 6m solid timber beam to strengthen the original structure
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - work site photo
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Wood chips to keep tiles in place after fitting
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - work done by craftsmen of Tsuji Workshop
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Repaired Original timber beams made possible by master craftsmen
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - intricate woodwork done by craftsmen of Tsuji Workshop
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - Antique wooden carving (Ranma) on wall of BenTen West
Kyoto BenTen Residences Restoration - work done by craftsmen of Tsuji Workshop