House with a Doma|Introduction to Examples by Floor Plan & Room Type Author: Qurasuki Editorial Department
A doma is not just a passageway or part of an entrance; it's like an open space that flexibly expands one's lifestyle. Positioned between the inside and outside, it gently invites natural elements like wind, light, earth, and greenery indoors.
You can walk on it with your shoes on, it's resistant to dirt and moisture, and it's useful as a workspace or for storage. Thanks to improved insulation and airtightness, the temperature difference between the doma and living spaces can be minimized, bringing a sense of spaciousness and versatile use to the home.
The Openness and Comfort of a Doma Living Room. A Pleasant Life Woven from Floor Texture and Spatial Continuity. House with a Doma |Stylish Living Rooms
A doma living room offers a different texture and sense of space compared to conventional rooms. The hard doma floor serves as the base, and when combined with natural material furniture or a fireplace, it creates a rich expression both visually and texturally.
Its proximity to the outdoors and its excellence as a pathway for wind and light contribute to creating a home with a feeling of openness. While an insulation plan is crucial to manage temperature differences and condensation, a doma living room can be used in various ways, such as for hobbies or family gatherings.
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A staircase runs through the space between the living and dining areas on the second floor. The third floor is split-level. The living-dining area has a ceiling height equivalent to one and a half floors, while the kitchen and wet areas have a standard ceiling height.
Archiplace502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo -
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A Functional and Comfortable Dining Space that Combines an Outdoor Feel with Practicality. House with a Doma |Stylish Kitchens
A kitchen set in a doma takes advantage of the floor's water resistance and ease of cleaning to improve the comfort of household chores. It allows for smooth transport of goods from outside and easy access to the garden, and dirt from farming or outdoor activities can be handled without worry.
Material selection and insulation are particularly important, and measures are needed to mitigate the coldness of the doma floor. A well-designed storage plan can balance usability and aesthetics, leading to more efficient daily routines.
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View from the kitchen. The kitchen was created in consultation with the wife. The housework circulation is arranged in a straight line, leading to a utility room that incorporates storage for a pantry as well as an ironing board.
Archiplace502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo -
The kitchen is oriented toward the living room; opening the sliding doors allows it to function as a face-to-face kitchen.
Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka -
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A simple kitchen composed of stainless commercial kitchen units.
Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka -
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Existing ceiling removed to restore the hibukuro (smoke chamber). The resulting void connects the second-floor rooms via a double-height space.
Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
A Space that Becomes the Face of the Home, Connecting the Welcoming Area with the Living Space, Combining Practicality with a Spirit of Hospitality. House with a Doma |Stylish Entrances
A doma entrance offers versatile storage capacity, neatly accommodating shoes, outdoor gear, and seasonal tools. Finishing with highly durable materials balances visual texture with practicality.
As a space close to the outside air, enhancing insulation and airtightness is essential to prevent cold drafts and condensation in winter. By adding a bench or display area, it can also create a welcoming impression for visitors, serving as the face of the home.
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Entrance detail. A rare solid lauan framed door was repaired and reused.
Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka -
YAMANARI — House Embracing the Mountain Ridge
YIA Ishiue Yoshihiro Architectural Design Office1572 Amagawataki-cho, Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture, Japan -
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Adjacent to the entrance is a consolidated 'green pot' housing the mailbox, gas meter and intercom.
Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka -
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YAMANARI — House Embracing the Mountain Ridge
YIA Ishiue Yoshihiro Architectural Design Office1572 Amagawataki-cho, Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
A Three-Dimensional Home Composition that Carries Light and Wind, Gently Connecting the Upper and Lower Floors. House with a Doma |Stylish Staircases
Stairs placed in the doma add movement to the space while emphasizing the home's vertical connection. Combining a mortar or tile doma with wooden or steel stairs creates a balanced coexistence of inorganic and warm elements.
Utilizing the space under the stairs for bicycle parking, storage, or a workspace can enhance functionality even in a limited area. A design that ensures insulation performance while also considering safety is required, ultimately improving the quality of life.
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A half-level up, the hall separates the sisters’ rooms, or children’s rooms.
Archiplace502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo -
House of Wind - A Residence Where Landscape Is Part of Everyday Life
Tokuhiro Norimatsu Architect2nd Floor, Okada Building, 2-25 Tsurumai Higashi-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture, Japan -
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