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A Residence for Relaxation
Far East Design Lab.
Far East Design Lab.

A Residence for Relaxation|Introduction to Architecture Firms|A Home That Unwinds You Every Time You Return

Author: Qurasuki Editorial Department
Returning from a busy day and feeling the tension leave your body the moment you open the door — that is the objective of a residence conceived around relaxation. The warmth of natural materials, the soft interplay of light and shadow, a tranquil acoustic environment, and generous bathing areas and reading nooks: design strategies that engage the five senses create a home that restores everyday fatigue. Comfortable thermal performance and indoor air quality are also essential elements that underpin this sense of well‑being. Here we introduce a design studio that places the mental and physical comfort of occupants at the center of its practice.
  • House OTF|A Residence for Relaxation
    House OTF12
    Far East Design Lab.
    Far East Design Lab.
    Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Pool
    Void
    Outdoor Living
    Capturing Light
    Luxury Modern
    Breezy House
    Resort Style
    Wooden Sash
    OutdoorLiving
    Pool
    ResortStyle
    WoodenSashes
    Atrium
  • House in Higashikori|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Higashikori12
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Built-in Garage
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Resort Style
    Built-inGarage
    ClosedOutsideOpenInside
    ResortStyle
  • House in Okura|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Okura10
    Atelier Cotocoto
    Atelier Cotocoto
    4 Sekimachiminami, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Aging Gracefully
    Living with Nature
    Wooden House
  • House in the Northern District|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in the Northern District18
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Borrowed Scenery
    Conversion
    Resort Style
    Conservatory
    Conversion
    BorrowedScenery
    Conservatory
    ResortStyle
  • House in Ashiya|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Ashiya13
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Tile Deck
    Exposed Beam
    Water Basin
    Scenic View
    Second-Floor Living
    Resort Style
    ScenicView
    2FLDK
    ResortStyle
    ReflectingPool
    ExposedBeams
  • House in Higashikori|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Higashikori5
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Built-in Garage
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Resort Style
    Built-inGarage
    ClosedOutsideOpenInside
    ResortStyle

A Residence for Relaxation

Far East Design Lab.

Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
  • House OTF|A Residence for Relaxation
    House OTF12
    Far East Design Lab.
    Far East Design Lab.
    Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Pool
    Void
    Outdoor Living
    Capturing Light
    Luxury Modern
    Breezy House
    Resort Style
    Wooden Sash
    OutdoorLiving
    Pool
    ResortStyle
    WoodenSashes
    Atrium
  • House OTF|A Residence for Relaxation
    House OTF8
    Far East Design Lab.
    Far East Design Lab.
    Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Pool
    Void
    Outdoor Living
    Capturing Light
    Luxury Modern
    Breezy House
    Resort Style
    Wooden Sash
    OutdoorLiving
    Pool
    ResortStyle
    WoodenSashes
    Atrium
  • House OTF|A Residence for Relaxation
    House OTF11
    Far East Design Lab.
    Far East Design Lab.
    Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Pool
    Void
    Outdoor Living
    Capturing Light
    Luxury Modern
    Breezy House
    Resort Style
    Wooden Sash
    OutdoorLiving
    Pool
    ResortStyle
    WoodenSashes
    Atrium
  • Wind Leave|A Residence for Relaxation
    Wind Leave7
    Far East Design Lab.
    Far East Design Lab.
    Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Living with Nature
    Workspace
    Mountain View House
    Resort Style
    Ocean View House
    Natural Modern
    Wooden Sash
    ScenicViews
    ResortStyle
    Workspace
    WoodenSashes
  • House OTF|A Residence for Relaxation
    House OTF7
    Far East Design Lab.
    Far East Design Lab.
    Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Pool
    Void
    Outdoor Living
    Capturing Light
    Luxury Modern
    Breezy House
    Resort Style
    Wooden Sash
    OutdoorLiving
    Pool
    ResortStyle
    WoodenSashes
    Atrium
  • Wind Leave|A Residence for Relaxation
    Wind Leave10
    Far East Design Lab.
    Far East Design Lab.
    Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Living with Nature
    Workspace
    Mountain View House
    Resort Style
    Ocean View House
    Natural Modern
    Wooden Sash
    ScenicViews
    ResortStyle
    Workspace
    WoodenSashes

Archiplace

502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
  • House with a Courtyard for Living with Cats|A Residence for Relaxation
    A detached-style Japanese-style room serves as a guest chamber, featuring narrowed windows to cultivate a serene ambiance.
    Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Living with Cats
    Courtyard
    Void
    Catwalk
    Terrace
    HouseWithCats
    Courtyard
    Catwalk
    Atrium
    Terrace
  • House with a Courtyard for Living with Cats|A Residence for Relaxation
    The courtyard connects seamlessly with the interior on a level plane, fostering a sense of unity; it is enclosed by wooden fencing designed to prevent cats from escaping.
    Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Living with Cats
    Courtyard
    Void
    Catwalk
    Terrace
    HouseWithCats
    Courtyard
    Catwalk
    Atrium
    Terrace
  • House with a Courtyard for Living with Cats|A Residence for Relaxation
    The second-floor hall is designed as a future children’s bedroom, featuring a wood-grain ceiling finish.
    Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Living with Cats
    Courtyard
    Void
    Catwalk
    Terrace
    HouseWithCats
    Courtyard
    Catwalk
    Atrium
    Terrace
  • House with a Courtyard for Living with Cats|A Residence for Relaxation
    Custom cabinetry behind the kitchen houses appliances, and a door is installed at the entrance to restrict cat access.
    Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Living with Cats
    Courtyard
    Void
    Catwalk
    Terrace
    HouseWithCats
    Courtyard
    Catwalk
    Atrium
    Terrace
  • House with a Courtyard for Living with Cats|A Residence for Relaxation
    The entrance is positioned near the center of the elongated north-south site.
    Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Living with Cats
    Courtyard
    Void
    Catwalk
    Terrace
    HouseWithCats
    Courtyard
    Catwalk
    Atrium
    Terrace
  • House with a Courtyard for Living with Cats|A Residence for Relaxation
    Approaching several steps up, a wooden door opens beneath a canopy finished with molten galvanized steel.
    Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Living with Cats
    Courtyard
    Void
    Catwalk
    Terrace
    HouseWithCats
    Courtyard
    Catwalk
    Atrium
    Terrace

Atelier Cotocoto

4 Sekimachiminami, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
  • House in Okura|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Okura10
    Atelier Cotocoto
    Atelier Cotocoto
    4 Sekimachiminami, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Aging Gracefully
    Living with Nature
    Wooden House
  • House in Okura|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Okura17
    Atelier Cotocoto
    Atelier Cotocoto
    4 Sekimachiminami, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Aging Gracefully
    Living with Nature
    Wooden House
  • House in Okura|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Okura1
    Atelier Cotocoto
    Atelier Cotocoto
    4 Sekimachiminami, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Aging Gracefully
    Living with Nature
    Wooden House
  • House in Okura|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Okura4
    Atelier Cotocoto
    Atelier Cotocoto
    4 Sekimachiminami, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Aging Gracefully
    Living with Nature
    Wooden House
  • House in Okura|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Okura15
    Atelier Cotocoto
    Atelier Cotocoto
    4 Sekimachiminami, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Aging Gracefully
    Living with Nature
    Wooden House
  • House in Okura|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Okura11
    Atelier Cotocoto
    Atelier Cotocoto
    4 Sekimachiminami, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
    Natural Materials
    Aging Gracefully
    Living with Nature
    Wooden House

Abax Architects

203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
  • House in Higashikori|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Higashikori12
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Built-in Garage
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Resort Style
    Built-inGarage
    ClosedOutsideOpenInside
    ResortStyle
  • House in the Northern District|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in the Northern District18
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Borrowed Scenery
    Conversion
    Resort Style
    Conservatory
    Conversion
    BorrowedScenery
    Conservatory
    ResortStyle
  • House in Ashiya|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Ashiya13
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Tile Deck
    Exposed Beam
    Water Basin
    Scenic View
    Second-Floor Living
    Resort Style
    ScenicView
    2FLDK
    ResortStyle
    ReflectingPool
    ExposedBeams
  • House in Higashikori|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Higashikori5
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Built-in Garage
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Resort Style
    Built-inGarage
    ClosedOutsideOpenInside
    ResortStyle
  • House in Ashiya|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in Ashiya7
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Tile Deck
    Exposed Beam
    Water Basin
    Scenic View
    Second-Floor Living
    Resort Style
    ScenicView
    2FLDK
    ResortStyle
    ReflectingPool
    ExposedBeams
  • House in the Northern District|A Residence for Relaxation
    House in the Northern District9
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Borrowed Scenery
    Conversion
    Resort Style
    Conservatory
    Conversion
    BorrowedScenery
    Conservatory
    ResortStyle

Tada Architectural Design Office

5-1-3-607 Shonandai, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture
  • House of Hope|A Residence for Relaxation
    A private residence designed to savor leisure time freely
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    5-1-3-607 Shonandai, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture
    Renovation
    Passage Doma
    Renovation
    TrainingSpace
    StreetDoma
    Relaxation
  • House of Hope|A Residence for Relaxation
    House of Hope10
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    5-1-3-607 Shonandai, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture
    Renovation
    Passage Doma
    Renovation
    TrainingSpace
    StreetDoma
    Relaxation
  • House of Hope|A Residence for Relaxation
    House of Hope4
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    5-1-3-607 Shonandai, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture
    Renovation
    Passage Doma
    Renovation
    TrainingSpace
    StreetDoma
    Relaxation
  • House of Hope|A Residence for Relaxation
    An unobstructed, deep spatial sequence extending from the entrance to the backyard
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    5-1-3-607 Shonandai, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture
    Renovation
    Passage Doma
    Renovation
    TrainingSpace
    StreetDoma
    Relaxation
  • House of Hope|A Residence for Relaxation
    House of Hope8
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    5-1-3-607 Shonandai, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture
    Renovation
    Passage Doma
    Renovation
    TrainingSpace
    StreetDoma
    Relaxation
  • House of Hope|A Residence for Relaxation
    House of Hope6
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    Tada Architectural Design Office
    5-1-3-607 Shonandai, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture
    Renovation
    Passage Doma
    Renovation
    TrainingSpace
    StreetDoma
    Relaxation
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  • #Pet Space
  • #Hobby Space
  • #Living with Cats
  • #Pool
  • #Wood Deck
  • #Thermal Storage
  • #Family with Children
  • #Entrance Doma
  • #Telework
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