The challenges were, firstly, how to tackle 4m level difference from one side to the other. Secondly, it was a relatively limited budget. We intended to resolve these architectural issues by turning the difficulties into positive character of this project. We aimed that the building to exist as if it has been there for long time as a part of the land.

Plan

The pitched roof, which was emerged from the topography of the site, contribute to reduce the impact of the volume and to harmonize with the surrounding environment. The client requested a space that they can feel the sense of togetherness with modest privacy at the same time.

Section

Internal space consists of 5 split levels as follow the land and each floor has specific functions. These floors are visually separated but physically connected as you can hear the voice, you can smell. These level difference can create space that contain gentle separation and togetherness.

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• Architects

  Matsuyama Architect and Associates

• Location

  Munakata, Japan

• Category

  Houses Interiors

• Lead Architects

  Masakatsu Matsuyama

• Area

  109.0 m2

• Project Year

  2016

• Photographs

  Toshihisa Ishii