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 Homes with Gardens
Kumi Inoue Architects
Kumi Inoue Architects

Homes with Gardens｜Case Studies｜A Life with a Garden, Living with the Scenery of the Four Seasons

Author: Qurasuki Editorial Department
A garden is not just an external feature but a crucial element that influences the comfort and quality of a home. A south-facing garden guides winter sunlight indoors, while deciduous trees act as a natural sunshade in the summer.
The placement of plants and fences to block sightlines protects privacy while creating a moderate connection with the outside. For garden maintenance, selecting plants suited to the purpose and installing an automatic watering system are desirable, requiring a design that aligns with daily life.

gardening

Gardening and the Garden: Zoning the Garden According to Use. The Small Daily Changes and Joys Created by Gardening.

Homes with Gardens ｜Garden

By zoning the garden according to its use, it becomes a space that complements daily life. Clarify the purpose, such as a children's play area, a vegetable patch, or a flower bed, and consider sunlight and wind direction.
Plants should be placed with their future growth and root spread in mind, taking care to avoid overcrowding. To reduce the maintenance burden, using automatic watering systems and weed control fabric is recommended. It is important to plan the garden not just as scenery, but as a practical space that supports daily living.

gardening × Garden

Gardening and the LDK: The Pleasant Influence of Gardening on Family Time and Space.

Homes with Gardens ｜LDK

The garden plants visible from the LDK (living-dining-kitchen area) greatly affect the comfort of the living space. By thoughtfully designing the placement and size of windows and balancing the arrangement of seasonal trees and shrubs, a rich view is created from indoors.
Planting deciduous trees on the south side allows sunlight in during the winter and provides shade in the summer. The burden of insects and cleaning fallen leaves can be reduced by selecting appropriate tree species and flooring materials. A design that emphasizes the continuity between indoors and outdoors enhances the quality of life.

gardening × LDK

Gardening and the Terrace: A Place Surrounded by Greenery that Lets in Light, Gently Connecting the House and Garden.

Homes with Gardens ｜Terrace

A terrace strengthens the connection between the garden and the interior, serving as a place to incorporate the nature of the four seasons into daily life. Aligning its floor level with the interior creates a sense of unity and smooths movement.
Plants are arranged around the terrace, designed to create a visually enclosing effect. Installing a pergola or shade as a sun shield softens direct summer sunlight and allows for use on rainy days. Planning for watering and drainage systems during the design phase is essential for creating a comfortable terrace space.

gardening × Terrace

Gardening and Exterior: A Soft Exterior Design Woven from the Building and Its Plants.

Homes with Gardens ｜Exterior

The exterior of a house gains depth from the combination of building material textures and plantings. Vibrant greens and flower colors stand out against white exterior walls, while soft leaf tones harmonize with wood-based exteriors.
It is important to place plants in consideration of their future impact on sunlight and ventilation as they grow, coordinating with a pruning plan. By adjusting their height and density in stages, you can maintain a natural sense of openness while still blocking sightlines. Such a planting plan enriches the expression of the exterior and creates a home that blends into the streetscape.

gardening × Exterior