The Stacked
House for Ishoudo Co.Ltd.
The Stacked house is located in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. Its stands out for its exterior, which looks like a stack of boxes. Although adjacent to the neighboring property, it is characterized by an open space while maintaining privacy by integrating the courtyard with the living room. Inside, the open living room and the Japanese-style room are in harmony, creating a space where people can relax.
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Unique Properties
This house is characterized by its exterior which resembles boxes stacked on top of each other. Since the house is adjacent to the neighboring property a courtyard was created to integrate the living space with the living room, creating an open and airy space while ensuring privacy. The interior of the house is designed to harmonize with the open living room and the Japanesestyle room to make the Japanese feel at home.
Tags
Box, Japan, Japanesestyle, architecture, courthouse, house
Production Technology
Fully automatic air conditioning system High airtightness and high insulation
Design Challenge
The boundary with the building next door is very close. Privacy was needed.By creating a courtyard it was possible to provide light and privacy.
Project Duration
Completed in Kurashiki Okayama in 2021
Operation Flow
We tested many times to determine how high and deep the walls could be placed in relation to the street and neighboring buildings to maintain privacy in the living room and patio. We tested many times to determine how high and deep the walls could be placed to maintain the privacy of the living room and courtyard.We came up with ideas that would allow the client to live comfortably with his family while maintaining privacy.
Research
We created a floor plan that allows family members to see each other at all times while providing privacy. We carefully surveyed the proposed site and studied the flow lines of people and the way light enters the surrounding area. Since temperatures change with the seasons in Japan we pursued an ecological design by improving airtightness and insulation.
Inspiration
The goal is to utilize the functionality of the planned site to create an attractive residential landscape not only in terms of liveability but also in terms of design. The distinctive form is constructed with an emphasis on balancing the shape of the planned site with the interior space and the unique exterior gives a distinctive accent to the residential area.
Image Credits
Photographer Senichiro Nogami
Project Overview
The Stacked 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.
Bronze Recognition
Takashi Izumi was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2024, a testament to excellence of their work The Stacked House.
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