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Periscope Light Multiplier

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“What do you do when there’s a land shortage? You build not only upward but also into the depths of the earth. A new residential building uses mirrors to bring light inside

 

The architecture firm Knokke-Heist from Belgium designed the impressive Claerhout – Van Biervliet project intended for waterfront living.

Challenges such as limited space and sustainability requirements are embodied in today’s building structures. The Periscope project offers an innovative solution, including a transformation of our perception of reality. The Periscope House is a residential building, built entirely below ground level. It has a large central patio at the heart of the building, and an outline of outdoor space, both below ground surface.”