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    Homes Embracing Natural Light × Engawa

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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 an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)

    Intermediate verandas offer unique spatial distance in Japanese architecture. Enjoying tea while viewing gardens or chatting with neighbors. Introducing modern residential examples featuring engawa.

  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Exterior｜Custom-built house
    The projecting volume that had functioned as a reception room was converted into the entrance.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Exterior｜Custom-built house
    Front elevation. Aluminum sashes and the carport were removed and all openings were replaced with timber joinery.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Courtyard｜Custom-built house
    The spatial sequence connecting the mother's bedroom, Engawa 1, the living room, and Engawa 2.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Entrance hall｜Custom-built house
    Adjacent to the entrance is a consolidated 'green pot' housing the mailbox, gas meter and intercom.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Living Room｜Custom-built house
    The compact living room has an increased ceiling height and a skylight to prevent a cramped feeling.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Bedroom｜Custom-built house
    Master bedroom. The roof was thermally upgraded and the ceiling reshaped to a boat-hull profile.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Entrance hall｜Custom-built house
    The inner core was given a new cast concrete foundation and tied to the sills to ensure seismic performance.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Exterior｜Custom-built house
    A plan to demolish and rebuild the single dwelling that remained in the gap between larger buildings.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Study｜Custom-built house
    View south from the library. A ladder at center leads up to the loft.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Exterior｜Custom-built house
    Slim expanded-metal paired suspended doors.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Storage｜Custom-built house
    The second floor accommodates the son's room, a guest room, and storage within a minimal volume.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Stairs｜Custom-built house
    A compact winding staircase. The handrail is a slender steel flat bar.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Exterior｜Custom-built house
    A small house offering open living amid the gaps between buildings.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Garden｜Custom-built house
    The garden and engawa (verandah) were revived by reducing the footprint of the old bath and toilet. On the east side the block wall was removed and replaced by a hedge.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Entrance hall｜Custom-built house
    View from the stairs back toward the entry. Flooring is oak solid-plank used unfinished.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Kitchen｜Custom-built house
    Front of the kitchen. The backsplash tiles are the client’s preferred blue.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Children's Room｜Custom-built house
    Children’s room. Seismic reinforcement provided by steel bracing.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜LDK｜Custom-built house
    View of the garden from the dining area. Reclaimed joinery can be stored within a wall cavity.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Garage｜Custom-built house
    The doma garage, accessible directly from the entry with shoes on, serves as a multipurpose hobby space for bicycle maintenance and similar activities.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Terrace｜Custom-built house
    Evening view from the garden. An interior where old and new elements resonate.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Entrance hall｜Custom-built house
    The doma's walls and ceiling are clear-coated cement board.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Loft｜Custom-built house
    Loft taking advantage of the space above the walk-in closet. The loft forms a continuous spatial sequence with the master and children’s bedrooms.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Garage｜Custom-built house
    Suspended doors fully opened.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Exterior｜Custom-built house
    Exterior at dusk. The aluminum fence and carport were removed to create an open exterior composition.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Exterior｜Custom-built house
    Exterior at dusk. Because suspended doors run along the façade, the entry light is specified as an uplight.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Kitchen｜Custom-built house
    An interior reduced to only what is truly necessary for the occupants.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜LDK｜Custom-built house
    The eastern interstice houses the staircase and library. The door is the original one from the former reception room.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Living Room｜Custom-built house
    The living room and engawa connect almost flush, on nearly the same level.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Courtyard｜Custom-built house
    View looking down from the son's room. With the living room opened up, it takes on a pavilion-like character.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Dining Area｜Custom-built house
    With the joinery fully open, interior and exterior become integrated.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • Nested-Structure Renovation of a Traditional Kominka: House of Interstices｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Dining Area｜Custom-built house
    Custom-made kitchen with a mortar-finished counter.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Circulation Flow
    Entrance Doma
    Family with Children
    Engawa
    Sustainable Renovation
    Skeleton Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Exposed Beam
    traditional-Japanese-townhouse
    antique-joinery
    loft
    inverted-boat-hull-ceiling
    antique
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Stairs｜Custom-built house
    The engawa bench also serves as an enclosure for the air-conditioning outdoor unit.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Lavatory｜Custom-built house
    The washbasin and toilet are compactly consolidated under the stairs.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Exterior｜Custom-built house
    Exterior walls are clad in ribbed Galvalume steel, referencing materials and construction methods commonly found in the neighborhood.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Bathroom｜Custom-built house
    The bathroom is a generous 1620 size (approximately 1.6 × 2.0 m) and links to the engawa via a full-height sliding window.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House｜Homes Embracing Natural Light｜House with an Engawa (Japanese Veranda)｜Courtyard｜Custom-built house
    A tarp is planned to be installed above the engawa in the future.
    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Wood Texture
    Toplight
    Engawa
    Wood Deck
    Industrial
    Iron Details
    Bike Garage
    Simple Life
    Exposed Beam
    Large Opening
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
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