kawakubo tomoyasu stacks a residential dwelling in nasu, japan

kawakubo tomoyasu stacks a residential dwelling in nasu, japan
all images courtesy of kawakubo tomoyasu

architect kawakubo tomoyasu has designed a two-storey dwelling set within a rural region of  japan’s tochigi prefecture. ensuring a close relationship with the building’s natural surroundings, floor-to-ceiling glazing presents external views of the adjacent landscape. internal programs are arranged in response to light conditions and sightlines, with living accommodation positioned on the ground floor and the home’s sleeping quarters found at the upper storey. a double-height space in the entrance foyer contains a black spiral staircase that connects the two levels.

floor-to-ceiling glazing presents external views of the surrounding landscape

living accommodation is found at the home’s ground floor level

the view of the covered terrace from inside the two-storey property

a double-height volume in the entrance foyer contains a black spiral staircase

the dwelling’s kitchen adjoins the primary living space

the sheltered patio overlooks the remainder of the rural site

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