A modern take on the tokonoma – the decorative alcove in a traditional Japanese room – in the rooftop tea space. The top bar was required by safety regulations but, by tapering the wood at both ends, the bar was made to resemble Rikyu bashi, the chopsticks used at tea gatherings. Photo 8 of 8 in Komatsu South by Yi Hsen Gian

Komatsu South

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A modern take on the tokonoma – the decorative alcove in a traditional Japanese room – in the rooftop tea space. The top bar was required by safety regulations but, by tapering the wood at both ends, the bar was made to resemble Rikyu bashi, the chopsticks used at tea gatherings.