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Hikariniwa House

Hikariniwa House

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Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada

ARCHITECTS
Mtkarchitects

CATEGORY
Houses

LOCATION
Matsumoto, Japan

CONSTRUCTION
Matsumoto-Doken Co. ltd.

YEAR
2014

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Hidemasa Nagata

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Hidemasa Nagata

PHOTOGRAPHS
Yuko Tada

AREA
128.0 m²

Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada

Text description provided by architect.

I am always aware of light during the design process; the way that light models an object and how it affects our moods is an important theme in this project.

The house is sited in a quiet and relaxing residential area and has wonderful views to the west of the Japanese Alps.

Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada
Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada

In this attractive environment the family home has been designed with a spacious and sunny double height living room which forms the centre of the home.

Each room is connected to this soaring space which promotes connections between family members.

Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada
Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada
Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada

The dining room, kitchen and bedrooms are arranged both horizontally and vertically around the double height living room.

The living room features large window openings allowing sunlight to penetrate deep into the space. The contrast of light and shadow is reinforced here, adding a sense of depth and extension into the space.

Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada
Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada

The natural beauty of timber is emphasised by the interior detailing. In contrast to the textural qualities of the timber floors and joinery the walls are all painted white. The bright, sunny double-height space amplifies the warmth of the timber interior.

Externally the eastern elevation, facing the street, has been designed to appear contained and enclosed with minimal openings to ensure privacy for occupants.

The upper level is cantilevered over the timber entry porch forming a deep shadow over the front entry.

Hikariniwa House
© Yuko Tada


Hikariniwa House
East Elevation
Hikariniwa House
South Elevation


Hikariniwa House
Ground Floor Plan
Hikariniwa House
First Floor Plan

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