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    Homes Embracing Natural Light × Study corner

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    Homes Embracing Natural Light

    This collection showcases custom-designed residences that incorporate natural light through high-side windows and skylights. Featuring floor plans and material selections meticulously calculated to optimize brightness and light penetration, alongside thoughtfully devised lighting strategies, these exemplary homes embody stylish and comfortable living environments.

    House with a Study Corner

    Living room study corners offering concentrated focus while staying connected to family presence. Introducing study corner residential examples with custom desks.

  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|LDK|Custom-built house
    A study corner with built-in bookshelves and desk is integrated into the corridor space.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Terrace|Custom-built house
    The deck terrace features an olive tree carefully nurtured at the previous residence, adding a touch of greenery.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|LDK|Custom-built house
    A wooden plank ceiling enhances spatial continuity and imparts a sense of expansiveness.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|LDK|Custom-built house
    Passing through the corridor into the living room, a spacious, expansive one-room space unfolds
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Storage|Custom-built house
    Walk-in closet
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Lavatory|Custom-built house
    Utility room that captures light from the stairwell
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Exterior|Custom-built house
    The ground floor features a pilotis space without side walls, maximizing the full width of the frontage by leveraging the strengths of the wooden metal-connector construction method.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Courtyard|Custom-built house
    Dry garden surfaced with large crushed stone centered on a feature tree
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Atrium|Custom-built house
    Light-Gathering House|Atrium
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Exterior|Custom-built house
    Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Exterior
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|LDK|Custom-built house
    The large opening along the second-floor atrium frames nothing but the sky
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Kitchen|Custom-built house
    The kitchen combines teak with stained ash
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Stairs|Custom-built house
    The stairwell is also a pathway for light and air
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Kitchen|Custom-built house
    Appliance and dish storage are arranged on the kitchen’s side walls, while a large window behind the kitchen brings ample natural light.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Corridor|Custom-built house
    Curved atrium that gathers light
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Courtyard|Custom-built house
    Interior and exterior spaces, including the courtyard, connect as if a single room
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Kitchen|Custom-built house
    Light-Gathering House|Kitchen
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Study|Custom-built house
    Study/workspace overlooking the atrium, facilitating communication with the first floor
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Terrace|Custom-built house
    The bay window doubles as an eave, equipped with a motorized awning that can be adjusted according to weather conditions.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Exterior|Custom-built house
    A calm design that preserves privacy
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Stairs|Custom-built house
    Access to the loft is via box-shaped stairs with integrated storage large enough to accommodate futons.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|LDK|Custom-built house
    The second floor comprises a unified living and dining-kitchen area, separated by the staircase, creating a spacious one-room plan.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Stairs|Custom-built house
    Natural light filters from the large second-floor windows down to the entrance on the first floor.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Entrance hall|Custom-built house
    Upon entering, the courtyard’s light and planting form a focal point
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Exterior|Custom-built house
    The exterior cladding is composed by combining diverse materials
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Courtyard|Custom-built house
    The plan positions of the V-shaped walls are staggered between the first and second floors and arranged in a plinth-like manner to better receive southern light
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|LDK|Custom-built house
    From the dining area, the window of the music room is visible, emphasizing the depth created by the elongated site.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Entrance hall|Custom-built house
    The staircase is constructed of steel, allowing natural light from the upper floors to penetrate through the landing area.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Living Room|Custom-built house
    A soft, large atrium diffuses light and brightens the interior space
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Exterior|Custom-built house
    The courtyard and deck terrace are strategically placed to capitalize on the continuous open view of the neighboring garden to the southwest.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Light-Gathering House|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Terrace|Custom-built house
    Second-floor balcony with a V-shaped wall profile that admits light
    Architecture Firm:Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    Yosuke Tomiya Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
    4-8, 16-chome, 5-jo, Shinkawa, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Study corner
    Energy-Saving House
    Built-in Kitchen
    High Airtightness and High Insulation
    Curved Wall
    Family closet
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Large Opening
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Living Room|Custom-built house
    The living room width was carefully considered to accommodate a brought-in AV counter and storage units.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
  • Two-Generation Courtyard House on a Narrow Irregular Lot|Homes Embracing Natural Light|House with a Study Corner|Soundproof room|Custom-built house
    A professionally designed soundproof room with acoustically treated floors, walls, and ceilings provides an ideal environment for enjoying piano and saxophone performances.
    Architecture Firm:Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Piano
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Two-Family House
    Study corner
    Living with Cats
    Music Room
    Inner Garage
    Wood Deck
    Soundproof Room
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