Everytime I see something visually stunning these days it seems to come from Tokyo. They entire city appears to be on a mission to bring visual beauty and creative inginuity to the dullest facets of life. For instance we are all familiar with the drab and boring Information Kiosks that can be found in malls all over the world. Instead of creating one more boring kiosk for us to walk by Japanese architecture firm Torafu Architects has created this gorgeous piece of mini architecture called Waku Waku Station (literally, “excitement” station). Taking inspiration from yachts, boats, houses and buildings found in the malls waterfront scenery the kiosk is transformed into a colorful playground to attract kids and their parents to find out about what the area offers. There’s lots of fun hiding spots and small doors (just like a boat!) for kids to play with and there’s even giant building blocks for them to push around and climb on top of. Lets hope this push to bring color and creativity to all the mundane things in life can catch on everywhere else. (via)
