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Open your mind to the ever-changing, ephemeral, yet intense beauty that nature creates. Therefore, a large and small wall was built on the neighbor's side to block the pressure from the neighbor's house, and the wall was bent down to form a roof to create a space for living under it. The sequence leading from the front road to the interior gives a sense of connection with nature,The mass and brightness of the dining and living rooms were adjusted so that the contraction and expansion of the space would naturally draw the viewer's attention to the sky between the two roofs.

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Shade by Satoshi Fujinaka
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Unique Properties

In order to avoid pressure from the neighboring land, a large and small wall was built on the adjacent side of the site to block the view, and the wall was folded down to form a roof under which living space was created.The dining room is located 1m down from the entrance to minimize the ceiling height and brightness. The living room, one meter up from the dining room, has a high ceiling and a large opening.The contraction of the space naturally directs the eye to the sky between the two roofs.

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House , Residential , Japan , Roof , Wood

Production Technology

Taking advantage of the difference in elevation of the site, a portion of the building is below ground level FL-1.0m , and the RC construction is used for that portion and the foundation, while the superstructure is made of wood, a traditional Japanese construction method.By burying the first floor underground, the overall height can be reduced and height restrictions can be met. In terms of design, the height of the left and right roofs are closer to each other, so that the sky is more visible in the gap between them.

Design Challenge

Limited floor space and a limited budget, while still providing the space the family needs,The position of sunlight was calculated and the window positions were adjusted to control the heat load, while a large window was installed on the north side to provide a large visual view of the sky.Cost control was planned by the client, who partially self-built the building and researched low-cost materials while maintaining the design.

Project Duration

Design for the project began in Iwakuni in April 2018 and construction was completed in December 2019.

Operation Flow

The house is located in a corner of an old-fashioned housing complex where houses are densely packed together, which is unique to Japan.The plan was designed to address the issue of how to create a house that can coexist with its surroundings and feel close to the natural environment, while also reducing the environmental burden caused by recent climate change and improving the comfort performance of the building itself.

Research

The research for this project falls into two themes.The first is a study of how to maximize the natural environment within a limited site area to secure the space requested.The second is a study of total cost management and cost management of each material in a budget that is not plentiful.In architecture, how to clear these two themes is both the most exciting and difficult part.

Inspiration

The site was surrounded by neighboring houses, making it difficult to be open to the surrounding environment. However, the site is 1.5 m higher than the front road, and as we climbed the ramp from the road to the site, we felt a pleasant breeze and a strong sense of awareness of the sky.Therefore, I thought about how the ubiquitous natural environment of the sky could be felt as a part of daily life and reflected in the hearts and minds of the people living there, enriching their lives.

Image Credits

Photo:Kenji Masunaga

Project Overview

Shade House has been a Bronze winner in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design award category in the year 2023 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.

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Bronze Recognition

Satoshi Fujinaka was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2024, a testament to excellence of their work Shade House.

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Introducing Shade: A Unique Residential Design by Satoshi Fujinaka

Discover the innovative residential design "Shade" by Satoshi Fujinaka, a project that redefines the relationship between architecture, nature, and people.


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