akasaka shinichiro forms japanese residence using intersecting angles

akasaka shinichiro forms japanese residence using intersecting angles
all images © koji sakai

the layout of  ‘N residence’ – designed by hokkaido-based studio akasaka shinichiro atelier – traces the path of a river which previously flowed through the site. based on a corner plot, the client requested the property to face south, and simultaneously frame the surrounding japanese red pines.

the concrete pathway leading to the entrance of the home in japan

the architecture is formed by two diagonal planes; where the angles diverge, this forms the core hall space with high ceilings. this angularity has translated into the ceiling of the interiors, where the designers have decided place skylights and windows to encourage ventilation, while maximizing natural light. timber has been used throughout the interior: on the outer edges of the large glass windows, to the flooring of the lower ground floor.

the home sits on a site where a river use to flow through

the home has been colored white

the lounge area faces onto the private garden

the hall with high ceiling lies help promote ventilation

the upper level of the property

a traditional japanese tatami room

where the two angular planes diverge, this forms the main hallway of the home

the client requested the gardens to face south, while framing the red pine trees