Here traditional Japanese design meets modern aesthetics.
The building is located in a residential area in the very center of Tokyo. Despite the excellent location, the house itself was uninhabited for a long time – this led to wear and tear of the finishing materials. The building was erected during an era of high_economic_growth in Japan, so it is distinguished by a carefully thought-out design and a unique atmosphere.
At the same time, the house also had its drawbacks: due to the peculiarities of the layout (then the emphasis was on individuality), some of the rooms were dimly_lit and poorly_ventilated. The architects had to adapt traditional Japanese_design_elements to modern lifestyles without losing the unique “character” of the home.
The traditions of Japanese design were integrated organically – they can be seen in the spatial_composition and even in the lighting_fixtures. Thus, the walls and ceilings in the common areas were dismantled to optimize the space – creating a bright and open layout that unites the entire house.
We got rid of the dark_staircase and the entrance_wall: thanks to this, the gloomy kitchen became a cozy meeting place, connected to the outside world. There was also a nod to the Japanese “doma,” or dirt floor, often found in homes.
After removing_the_ceiling on the second floor, the note_architects_team created a stunning roof frame – a unique_element_inherent to the building. The open frame with no visible ceiling adds a special aesthetic to the space.
The transom in Japanese homes was historically intended for ventilation and lighting: here it is shown at the top of a sliding door.
Tatami mats, unsuitable_for_modern life, were replaced with plywood, and damaged_areas were repaired. During the process, they made a special effort to preserve existing elements – lamps were also included in their number.
Sliding doors were installed in some rooms: the solution allows you to combine or divide space as needed.
