I wrote ‘best of both worlds’ and I look genuinely fascinated (I was as it was unreal), but ironically there may soon be a world devoid of four seasons.. that is a scary thought
Unaccompanied violin in a temple in the snow
雪と古寺と無伴奏ヴァイオリン🎻❄️
ずく出して楽しく頑張った
Freezing but sacred! Yes those are heat pads on my soles
From Nagano to the 1/f FANCLUB All Request show (the sheer amount of manuscript floating around the room..! It’s a lot. A lot of very different material!). You can stream it overseas too! And then it’s straight to Miyazaki for another shoot.
Glad that all three will be available for those outside of Japan too… can’t spill the beans, but stay tuned!!
“House in Shukugawa” is located in Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, on a compact flagpole-shaped lot surrounded on all sides by two-story neighboring houses.
The site conditions made it difficult to open the house to the outside for privacy reasons, so we aimed to create an independent world for the client on the inside.
The "moderately centripetal plane" and the "dome with a large volume" give the space an inclusive feeling, so that even in a closed box, the client does not feel cramped, but can enjoy the beautiful greenery and light while living comfortably. The house was designed to be comfortable while loving beautiful greenery and light, without feeling cramped in a closed box.
Located in Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, the surroundings along the Shukugawa River are quiet, with abundant nature and a long-established residential area. Due to the high value of land and the relatively high unit price per tsubo, there are many areas where land is densely subdivided into smaller lots.
The site was a compact, flagpole-shaped lot surrounded on all sides by two-story neighboring houses. These conditions were by no means good. However, the client purchased the lot because of its good surrounding environment and the fact that it was in an area that he had grown familiar with since childhood.
⚪︎Requests
The ideal living conditions and requests we recieved from the client can be organized into the following five categories.
To be able to feel nature (greenery, light, wind) even inside the house
To be able to value "hygge" (Danish word meaning "comfortable space" or "enjoyable time") while ensuring privacy
To be able to feel light and shade sensitively in the spirit of " In Praise of Shadows(Yin-Ei Raisan)" and the same goes for the lighting design
The entire space is connected and the spatial volume is adjusted in a variety of uses
Timeless design that can be cherished for a long time
Based on these themes and the site conditions, the architectural form was studied.
⚪︎Design concept
The site conditions made it difficult to open the house to the outside for privacy reasons, so we aimed to create an independent world within the house in line with the client's preferences. Many of the interior images they shared with us had a European feel, and we decided to incorporate these elements into the design.
First, the footprint of the building was set as large as possible in relation to the site, and it was designed to be boxy and closed to the outside. To allow the interior to experience nature and the four seasons, a courtyard was placed in the north corner, where it is relatively easy to secure lighting. The hall (living and dining room), kitchen, and other active spaces are located around the courtyard. Rooms for individual rest, such as bedrooms and bathrooms, were kept to the minimum necessary size and placed on the second floor. (The storage furniture in the bedroom is movable in order to accommodate changes in usage.)
The hall, the most distinctive feature of this house, was intended to be a space that gently envelops time with family and close friends without feeling cramped in a house closed to the outside. The hall has a moderately centripetal plane that creates a sense of harmony, and a large dome-shaped volume that ensures a cozy atmosphere even when people gather together, giving the space a sense of inclusiveness.
In contrast to the completely private space on the second floor, the first floor has a semi-public atmosphere even though it is a house, creating a sense of change and depth within the narrow box. The tiled floor, the dining table that resembles a terrace in an alley, the balcony-like landing that protrudes into the atrium, and the slightly austere atmosphere created by the dome and symbolic top light all work together to create the atmosphere of the ground floor.
In terms of lighting, it is important not only to have brightness, but also to have a sense of relative brightness. While minimizing the openings in the hall to lower the overall illumination level, we organized the sequence of brightness so that the light falling on the courtyard would be perceived as beautiful as possible. The walls and ceiling are finished in a uniform light reddish-brown plaster, which allows the warmth of the light to be felt while amplifying the brightness of the space.
In terms of spatial manipulation, the soft curvature of the outer courtyard wall corners, the seamless plastered dome ceiling, and the low ceiling height of the first floor in contrast to the dome create the illusion of distance and visual expansion in a compact space.
⚪︎Interior Environment
A comfortable thermal environment is also essential for creating a cozy space. As the entire building is compact and gently connected, the volume can be efficiently heated in winter by floor heating installed in the ground-floor hall and kitchen. The walls and ceilings are plastered (with a Marble Feel) throughout to enhance the building's own humidity control.
The ventilation system is "Class 1 Ventilation*1. The ventilation system uses a total heat exchange type ventilation fan (ondaless) with a temperature exchange efficiency of 92%, which allows ventilation without compromising indoor temperature and humidity during air supply and exhaust, resulting in comfort and reduced heating and cooling loads.
The insulation is of the sprayed wooden type, which is more airtight and has better moisture permeability than ordinary board-type insulation. Low-E double-glazing glass with an argon gas filling are used to enhance thermal insulation.
*1 "Type 1 Ventilation". A ventilation method in which both air supply and exhaust are done by a mechanical ventilator.
⚪︎Structural Planning
Tosa wood from Kochi Prefecture known for its high strength, were used for the structural members of the wooden frame. Tosa cedar was used for the upper frame, and Tosa cypress was used for the foundation because of its higher strength and durability. The construction company purchased these materials directly from Kochi Prefecture, ensuring stable quality and reducing costs.
⚪︎Landscaping plan
The courtyard, an important element of the house, is designed with a mix of trees that reflect the light and wind. Multiple layers, from undergrowth such as moss and ferns to landscape stones and medium height trees, create a compact yet deep landscape. The compactness of the space also means that the plants are close to people, allowing the users to feel the weather and the changing seasons in their daily lives. The cobblestone pavement enables the use of a terrace-like space, where one can casually step outside for a light meal when the weather is nice. We aimed to bring the richness of loving plants and trees into people's lives.
The approach to the site is made up of tan-brown granite, which is boldly pulled into the entrance floor of the house to create a continuous line. Since it is a narrow passageway between neighboring properties, we created an elaborate finish to give visitors a sense of anticipation of what lies ahead. The use of stone paving also directs visitors' attention to their feet, helping to create a sense of openness in the hall atrium.
⚪︎Lighting Plan
The base lighting is not too bright, and the presence of the fixtures themselves is minimized as much as possible. In particular, the lighting that enhances the plants in the courtyard illuminates from a high position, like moonlight, to prevent reflections on the glass and to express the natural beauty of the plants. In the hall, lights were installed in the air conditioner niche avoiding the exposure of fixtures on the ceiling surface, so as not to spoil the abstractness of the space.
On the other hand, at the place where people are welcomed in or stay (entrance, dining room, living room, and restroom), lighting with a textured presence is placed to contribute to the interior design and accentuate the space.
⚪︎Summary
In an environment where neighboring houses are densely packed, we were able to build a world for the residents by separating the interior spaces from their surroundings. The client spends his busy days at work, but during his time here, he wants to forget his work, surround himself with his favorite things, and spend truly restful moments with his family and friends. We hope that daily life in a house that heals both body and soul will be a source of daily vitality. We hope that this home will be a vessel to support such a lifestyle.
⚪︎Property Information
Client|Couple
Total floor area|70.10m2
Building area|42.56m2
1floor area|39.59m2
2floor area|30.51m2
Location|Nishinomiya-shi, Hyogo, Japan
Zoning|Article 22 zone
Structure|Wooden 2 stories
Exterior|Galvalume steel sheet, sprayed with Jolipad
暖かく、春を感じる季節。 満開の桜が待ち遠しく、心躍る華やかな春に「さくら抹茶パフェ」は いかがでしょう。 パフェを飾るのは、抹茶餡をしのばせた淡いピンクカラーの「さくらきんとん」、 桜色の白玉や寒天、さくらアイスなど桜の華やかなピンクが際立つ美しいパフェ。 グラスの中には、抹茶ゼリーや抹茶蜜とともに、食感のアクセントとしてサクサク食感のライスパフを加えました。 宇治抹茶×桜の和のテイストが織りなす、日本の四季「春」を存分に味わい、堪能できるパフェ。 京都、宇治の各店茶房でお待ちしております。 ————————————————————— 提供期間:3月1日(水)〜3月下旬までを予定 提供店舗:宇治本店、JR宇治駅前店、祇園四条店 ————————————————————— [English] The season that feels warm and spring. "Sakura Matcha Parfait" is a gorgeous spring that you can't wait to see the cherry blossoms in full bloom. What do you think? The parfait is decorated with pale pink "Sakura Kinton", which is reminiscent of matcha bean paste. A beautiful parfait that highlights the gorgeous pink of cherry blossoms, such as cherry blossom-colored shiratama, agar, and cherry blossom ice cream. In the glass, along with matcha jelly and matcha honey, crispy rice puffs are added as an accent to the texture. A parfait where you can fully enjoy the four seasons of Japan, "spring", woven with the taste of Uji matcha and cherry blossoms. We are waiting for you at the teahouses in Kyoto and Uji. [简体中文] 感觉温暖和春天的季节。 “樱花抹茶芭菲”是一个让人迫不及待想要看到樱花盛开的华丽春天。 你怎么认为? 芭菲上点缀着让人联想到抹茶豆沙的淡粉色“樱花金童”。 樱花色的白玉、琼脂、樱花冰淇淋等突出樱花绚丽粉色的美丽芭菲。 在玻璃杯中,除了抹茶果冻和抹茶蜂蜜外,还添加了脆米泡芙作为口感的重点。 宇治抹茶和樱花的味道交织而成的芭菲,可以充分享受日本的四个季节“春天”。 我们在京都和宇治的茶馆等你。 [แบบไทย] ��ดูที่ให้ความรู้สึกอบอุ่นและฤดูใบไม้ผลิ "Sakura Matcha Parfait" เป็นฤดูใบไม้ผลิที่งดงามจนอดใจรอชมดอกซากุระบานสะพรั่งไม่ไหว คุณคิดอย่างไร? พาร์เฟต์ตกแต่งด้วยสีชมพูอ่อน "ซากุระคินตง" ซึ่งชวนให้นึกถึงถั่วมัทฉะ พาร์เฟต์ที่สวยงามที่เน้นสีชมพูของดอกซากุระ เช่น ชิราทามะสีดอกซากุระ วุ้น และไอศกรีมดอกซากุระ ในแก้วพร้อมกับเยลลี่มัทฉะและน้ำผึ้งมัทฉะ ข้าวพองกรุบกรอบจะถูกเพิ่มเข้าไปในเนื้อสัมผัส พาร์เฟ่ต์ที่คุณสามารถเพลิดเพลินกับฤดูกาลทั้งสี่ของญี่ปุ่นอย่าง "ฤดูใบไม้ผลิ" ที่ทอด้วยรสชาติของอุจิมัทฉะและดอกซากุระ เรากำลังรอคุณอยู่ที่โรงน้ำชาในเกียวโตและอุจิ https://ift.tt/2mjw4Na
M2
happier than the morning sun
(Ann Sally)
M3
tavasz, tavasz
(Sebestyen Marta)
M4
take me away
(Emma Tricca)
M5
jardins du mois de mai
(Charles Trenet)
M6
greenwaves
(Secret Garden)
M7
spring can really hang you up the most
(Rickie Lee Jones)
M8
MO・E・GI
(おおたか静流)