House in Oimachi

House in Oimachi
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HOUSE IN OIMACHI

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AREA
338.55 m2

YEAR
2010

LOCATION
Japan

CATEGORY
Houses

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This project is a narrow house with a width of 3.6-meters and a depth of 11.7-meters.

House in Oimachi
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House in Oimachi
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Because the width is very narrow, one of the main goal of this project was to maximize the interior space.

Since privacy is a high priority of the project, a courtyard was designed in the center of the building, allowing daylight to filter in while ensuring privacy.

The loft, the bedroom and the bathroom of the 3rd floor are set around this courtyard, providing each with light and breeze from outside.

House in Oimachi
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House in Oimachi
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House in Oimachi
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By operating the air volume, there are four layers in the north including the loft.

By setting both the high ceiling of the living room and the low ceiling of the loft to the same floor, the courtyard is set between, creating a more spacious atmosphere.

House in Oimachi
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House in Oimachi
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Despite new developments in the neighborhood, the hung courtyard will remain unchanged, giving daylight and a comfortable breeze all the while.


House in Oimachi
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House in Oimachi
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House in Oimachi
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