shinichi ogawa & associates completes 'minimalist house' in japan

‘minimalist house’ by japanese firm shinichi ogawa & associates is a 102 square meter single storey residence in itoman-shi, okinawa, japan. true to its name, the house is built and laid out using a simple grid system that divides the space in to three living quarters: one-third of the plot (18m x 3m) is dedicated to a courtyard, another third is reserved for the bedroom, living, and dining area, and the last third houses the study room, powder room, kitchen and entrance.

all images courtesy of shinichi ogawa and associates

each program is laid out in a single line arrangement to make use of the long and narrow plot. a functional wall unit which holds a variety of services such as a washroom, shower and closet is the only formal divider in the house. the intent of the design and layout is to minimize on the division of space as well as to create a lifestyle that is minimal and flexible.

bedroom area

dining area

projected home theater

study room

kitchen

elevation

site plan

dimension diagrams

plan

sections

elevations

project info:

location: okinawa, japan
program: residence
structural system: reinforced concrete
stories: 1 story
site area: 211.59 sqm
building area: 102.22 sqm
total area: 102.22 sqm
completion date: november, 2009

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