Paper House Giclee Print

Paper House Giclee Print

The elegant Paper House giclee print is part of our brand new Dwellings Collection. The print comes in a choice of 2 sizes so by choosing from the options below, you can get the perfect print for your home. Paper House was designed by Shigeru Ban in 1995 and it’s one of his more famous buildings.

The listing is for the print only. Frame not included.

Please note that prints are made to order so we are NOT able to offer refunds, returns or exchanges on these items. 

If you want me to do a bespoke portrait of your own home or another building please contact me HERE. For previous samples visit our Commissions Page

A4: 297x210mm      A3: 420x297mm

Other sizes available upon request, please contact me for details and prices.

GICLEE PRINT – Artwork printed on Platinum Matt 280gsm photo paper and is 100% acid free. A fine art photo paper with a natural white base and state of the art ink-receiving layer, delivers a high D-MAX and wide colour gamut. When used in conjunction with pigment inks, the paper will ensure a long print life of over 85 years.

Please note:
* The colours you see on your screen may not look exactly the same as the actual print. This is because every computer, Smart phone and iPad screen is configured differently. Hopefully you will think the print looks even more beautiful in real life.

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The Paper House was built as a private residence. What makes the house unique is its structural system, which uses large cardboard tubes as columns. These tubes, often called paper tubes, are made by tightly rolling layers of recycled paper together to create strong and durable structural elements. Although they are made from paper, they are surprisingly strong and can support significant weight.

In the Paper House, these paper tubes form a circular arrangement that supports the roof and defines the living space. The structure creates an open and simple interior layout, allowing the building to feel light and flexible. The use of paper tubes also makes the construction process relatively simple and efficient. The Paper House also reflects Ban’s interest in combining innovative engineering with elegant architectural design. The structure is both functional and visually striking. The paper tubes create a distinctive rhythm and pattern within the space, while the simple layout allows natural light to enter the building.
One of the key ideas behind Ban’s work is sustainability. By using recycled materials, he reduces the environmental impact of construction. Paper tubes are inexpensive, lightweight, and easy to transport, which makes them useful in situations where traditional building materials may be difficult to obtain. Ban later used similar techniques in temporary shelters for people affected by natural disasters around the world.