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A Running Record of Findings from the Internet / August 19, 2026

The Nakagin Capsule Tower and the Dream of a Home That Could Change

Kisho Kurokawa's 1972 Metabolist icon promised residents capsules they could swap out as their needs changed. Ownership disputes and failing infrastructure meant none ever were. The tower came down in 2022, its capsules scattered to museums around the world.

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By Thomai Tsimpou · Designboom

The Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo, prior to its 2022 demolition
The Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo, prior to its 2022 demolition
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