Totonoeru House

Totonoeru House

Sobokuya Inc.

Totonoeru House
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ARCHITECTS
Sobokuya Inc.

LEAD ARCHITECTS
Hisashi Imai

PROGRAM / USE / BUILDING FUNCTION
Residential

AREA
285 M²

YEAR
2024

LOCATION
Hokuto, Japan

CATEGORY
Houses

Totonoeru House
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Totonoeru ie embodies simplicity and expansive openings, seamlessly integrated into its landscape.

The grand structure features large wooden doors and windows that frame breathtaking views of nearby mountains, transforming the living room and private rooms into natural art galleries. 

Totonoeru House
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Totonoeru House
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Interior walls, finished with a mix of black charcoal and white plaster, reflect outdoor scenery, enhancing the connection to nature.

Complemented by meticulously crafted kitchen and sanitary furniture, the spacious living area balances grandeur with delicate craftsmanship. 

Totonoeru House
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Totonoeru House
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Sobokuya's signature taiko beams serve as structural elements and striking staircases, traversing the center of the room to create a focal point.

The entrance finished with traditional earthen walls and a beaten earth floor, captivates visitors and invites them to pause.

Totonoeru House
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Totonoeru House
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This house accommodates a tatami room with a Shinto altar, a cozy bedroom, and a spacious garage, catering to diverse owner requests while adhering to traditional architectural methods.

Each area reflects functionality and aesthetics, resulting in a harmonious living environment.

Totonoeru House
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Totonoeru House
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A unique aspect is the incorporation of Moabi wood, known for its water resistance and hardness. The exceptional 5-meter slab, carried by eight carpenters, transforms in character with polishing, revealing a warm texture.

The cherry wood countertop in the washbasin showcases its refined grain, blending functionality with beauty.

Totonoeru House
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Totonoeru House
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Fully openable wooden fittings connect the indoors with the garden, displaying each season's beauty—from vibrant greenery to autumn hues and the allure of winter landscapes.

Totonoeru ie exemplifies craftsmanship, where unique fittings and plaster walls reflect the human touch.

Totonoeru House
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Totonoeru House
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This project stands as a harmonious living space that invites tranquillity and celebrates nature, showcasing thoughtful design and skilled execution.


Totonoeru House
Plan - Ground floor
Totonoeru House
Plan - Ground floor


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Elevation 02
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