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KICHI ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
KICHI ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

Modern Residences|Case Studies|A Form of High-Quality Living Woven from Materials, Light, and Spatial Composition

Author: Qurasuki Editorial Department
Modern homes are characterized by simple forms stripped of excess and calculated openings. Natural light pouring in through large windows brightly envelops the interior, creating a sense of spaciousness.
The combination of different materials such as concrete, glass, and wood exquisitely balances a cool impression with warmth. While being functional, the texture of the materials brings richness to life. A design that also considers structure and insulation achieves a balance of comfort and aesthetics.
  • House in Kumano Town|Modern Residences
    House in Kumano Town7
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Piano
    Balcony
    Music Room
    Simple Modern
    Capturing Light
    Soundproof Room
    Inner Garage
    Roof terrace
    piano studio
  • ELL — A Single-Storey House Adorned by White Spaces, Like a Museum|Modern Residences
    ELL — A Single-Storey House Adorned by White Spaces, Like a Museum4
    YIA Ishiue Yoshihiro Architectural Design Office
    YIA Ishiue Yoshihiro Architectural Design Office
    1572 Amagawataki-cho, Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
    Doma Storage
    Bike Tower
    Simple Modern
    Wood Deck
    Bath Court
    Courtyard
    White House
    High Ceiling
    Exposed Beam
    Road bike
  • House on Midori Hill|Modern Residences
    House on Midori Hill7
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Simple Modern
    Hotel-like
    Built-in Garage
    Picture Window
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Outdoor Living
    Natural Garden
    Void
    Built-in Garage
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Atrium
  • House in Higashitezukayama|Modern Residences
    House in Higashitezukayama9
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Simple Modern
    Capturing Light
    Built-in Garage
    Viewing Garage
    Calm Presence
    Courtyard
  • Layering a Studio Apartment and a Traditional Kyoto Townhouse — Row House III on Showa Lane|Modern Residences
    View from the east to the west of the living room. In the near left is the washbasin and bathroom.
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates
    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka
    Plaster Wall
    House with Doma
    One-Room Space
    Income Property
    Japanese Modern
    Renovation
    Kominka Restoration
    Live-Work Integration
    Exposed Beam
    KyotoTownhouse
    RowHouse
    Rental
    TraditionalHouseRenovation
    SeismicRetrofit
  • Hamadayama Residence|Modern Residences
    Hamadayama Residence11
    Naoko Matsumoto Architects & Associates
    Naoko Matsumoto Architects & Associates
    1304 Park Front Nakano Arai Yakushi, 5-5-10 Arai, Nakano-ku, Tokyo, Japan
    Plaster Wall
    Calm Presence
    Terrace
    Workspace
    Wooden Sash
    Natural Materials
    Exposed Beam
    Natural Garden
    Borrowed Scenery
    Void
    EthanolFireplace

Modern Residences

Modern and Exterior: The Exterior of a Modern Home, Highlighting Linear Beauty and Material Texture. The Charm of a Facade Design That Won't Fade with Time.

Modern Residences |Exterior

The appeal of a modern home's exterior lies in its composition, which utilizes sharp straight lines and the texture of materials. The combination of concrete, metal, and glass provides a contemporary impression while ensuring durability and waterproofing.
Designs that feature flat roofs or horizontal lines require careful attention to leak prevention and drainage planning. While large windows bring in light, consideration for insulation and privacy is also essential. A distinctive and sophisticated exterior is completed while harmonizing with the surrounding environment.

  • House in Senrien, Toyonaka|Modern Residences
    House in Senrien, Toyonaka2
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Simple Modern
    Lattice
    Wood Plank Ceiling
    Capturing Light
    Wood Deck
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Outdoor Living
    Terrace
    Exposed Beam
  • House in Tezukayama, Nara|Modern Residences
    House in Tezukayama, Nara3
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Capturing Light
    Large Opening
    Calm Presence
    Japanese Modern
    Exposed Beam
    High Sidelight
  • Residence in Takashimadaira|Modern Residences
    Residence in Takashimadaira1
    Naoko Matsumoto Architects & Associates
    Naoko Matsumoto Architects & Associates
    1304 Park Front Nakano Arai Yakushi, 5-5-10 Arai, Nakano-ku, Tokyo, Japan
    Capturing Light
    Wood Deck
    Proportion
    Symbolic Tree
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Outdoor Living
    Calm Presence
    Terrace
    Exposed Beam
  • ELL — A Single-Storey House Adorned by White Spaces, Like a Museum|Modern Residences
    White, museum-like exterior
    YIA Ishiue Yoshihiro Architectural Design Office
    YIA Ishiue Yoshihiro Architectural Design Office
    1572 Amagawataki-cho, Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
    Doma Storage
    Bike Tower
    Simple Modern
    Wood Deck
    Bath Court
    Courtyard
    White House
    High Ceiling
    Exposed Beam
    Road bike
  • Makizukadai House, Sakai|Modern Residences
    Makizukadai House, Sakai13
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Luxury home
    Lattice
    Hotel-like
    Built-in Garage
    Large Opening
    Continuous Window
    Calm Presence
    Japanese Modern
    White House
    Skip Floor
  • House in Tomio|Modern Residences
    Ateliers are positioned facing the street on the first and second floors, featuring square windows of varying sizes.
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Atelier-House
    Capturing Light
    Wood Deck
    Large Opening
    Continuous Window
    Open House
    Harmony
    Authentic Garden
    Natural Modern
    Exposed Beam
    Entrance Doma
    Void
    DoubleHeightSpace
    WoodDeck
    Atelier
    OpenHouse

Modern Residences × Exterior

Modern and Terrace: A Modern Terrace Connecting Indoors and Out. A Sophisticated Spatial Design that Incorporates Light, Wind, and Scenery into Life.

Modern Residences |Terrace

In a modern home, a terrace creates a sense of continuity between indoors and outdoors by being integrated with the living room. Durable materials like wood and stone are often used, and ease of maintenance is also emphasized.
Screens and plantings are effectively used to ensure ventilation while blocking sightlines from the surroundings. Shades and eaves for sun control are also important elements for enhancing comfort. The terrace becomes a cozy space that richly colors life.

  • House in Minamimorimachi|Modern Residences
    House in Minamimorimachi9
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Resort Style
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Hotel-like
    Luxury Modern
    Picture Window
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Penthouse
    Island Kitchen
    Indoor Plants
    Penthouse
    BarbecueTerrace
    ResortStyle
  • House in Minamimorimachi|Modern Residences
    House in Minamimorimachi17
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Resort Style
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Hotel-like
    Luxury Modern
    Picture Window
    Spiral Staircase
    Terrace
    Penthouse
    Island Kitchen
    Indoor Plants
    Penthouse
    BarbecueTerrace
    ResortStyle
  • Slope House Designed for Two Large Dogs|Modern Residences
    Slope House Designed for Two Large Dogs11
    JYU ARCHITECT
    JYU ARCHITECT
    2-19-19 Nakane, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
    Pet-Friendly Materials
    Living with a Dog
    Terrace
    Natural Modern
    Slope
    Pet Space
    Entrance Doma
    Seismic vibration control structure
  • Abeno Residence|Modern Residences
    Second-floor balcony
    Coo Planning
    Coo Planning
    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Toplight
    Custom Kitchen
    Optimized Storage
    Narrow House
    Skeleton Staircase
    Family with Children
    Storage Access Flow
    Urban House
  • A Home Living with Plants|Modern Residences
    A Home Living with Plants5
    Tatsumi Negishi Architectural Studio
    Tatsumi Negishi Architectural Studio
    532-5 Nakazawa, Hidaka City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan
    Luxury home
    Inner Balcony
    Capturing Light
    Hotel-like
    Picture Window
    Outdoor Living
    Living with Plants
    Natural Garden
    Wine Cellar
    Wood-Burning Stove
    LivingWithPlants
    OutdoorLiving
    WoodBurningStove
    WineCellar
    JapaneseModern
  • Circle House|Modern Residences
    Circle House4
    KICHI ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
    KICHI ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
    4-6-3 Kenkyu Gakuen, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan
    Parallel Kitchen & Dining
    Hotel-like
    Large Opening
    Continuous Window
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Steel Staircase
    Terrace
    Courtyard
    Built-in Kitchen
    White House
    CentralCourtyard
    IslandKitchen
    ClosedToOutsideOpenToInside

Modern Residences × Terrace

Modern and LDK: A Modern LDK with a Sense of Unity and Functional Beauty. The Charm of a Sophisticated Living Space Spreading at the Center of Life.

Modern Residences |LDK

The LDK (living-dining-kitchen) of a modern home is characterized by an open space that spreads across one floor. High ceilings and large windows bring in natural light and create clear sightlines. A layout where the entire living room can be seen from the kitchen allows you to sense the family's presence while doing chores and promotes communication.
Storage is consolidated on the walls, and custom-built solutions skillfully hide signs of daily life by minimizing the presence of objects and appliances. A sense of unity in furniture and lighting also contributes to the coziness.

  • House on Midori Hill|Modern Residences
    House on Midori Hill7
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Simple Modern
    Hotel-like
    Built-in Garage
    Picture Window
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Outdoor Living
    Natural Garden
    Void
    Built-in Garage
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Atrium
  • House in Higashitezukayama|Modern Residences
    House in Higashitezukayama9
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Simple Modern
    Capturing Light
    Built-in Garage
    Viewing Garage
    Calm Presence
    Courtyard
  • House in Nishiokamoto II|Modern Residences
    House in Nishiokamoto II10
    Abax Architects
    Abax Architects
    203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Balcony
    Corner Window
    Resort Style
    Hotel-like
    Mountain View House
    Continuous Window
    Second-Floor Living
    Scenic View
    Skip Floor
    Sloped Site
    ScenicViews
    ResortStyle
    SkipFloor
    2FLDK
  • House in Izumi|Modern Residences
    House in Izumi6
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Simple Modern
    Wood Plank Ceiling
    Capturing Light
    Large Opening
    Wood Siding
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Sense of Openness
    Courtyard
    Red cedar
  • House in Oami|Modern Residences
    House in Oami6
    Yu Architectural Design Studio
    Yu Architectural Design Studio
    159-20 Tsuboi-cho, Funabashi City, Chiba Prefecture
    Living with Cats
    Aging Gracefully
    Catwalk
    Terrace
    Natural Modern
    Natural Materials
    Charred Cedar
    Pet Space
    HouseLivingWithCats
    Catwalk
    Furniture
    Terrace
    ShouSugiBan
  • koku — House in Ami|Modern Residences
    koku — House in Ami6
    e do design architects
    e do design architects
    3-7-7 Minatocho, Tsuchiura, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan
    Simple Modern
    Wood Deck
    Local Timber
    Living with a Dog
    Outdoor Living
    Dog Run

Modern Residences × LDK

Modern and Void: A Modern Void Where Light and Air Circulate. The Charm of a Three-Dimensional Home that Balances Openness and Design.

Modern Residences |Atrium

A void (atrium) is effective for creating a visual expansion that connects upper and lower floors and for bringing in natural light. In modern homes, a balance between design beauty and functionality is required.
A decrease in air conditioning efficiency can be addressed with highly insulated windows and an efficient HVAC plan. Details such as stairs, handrails, and lighting fixtures are kept simple so as not to detract from the overall lightness of the space. The void becomes the core of a comfortable and beautiful home.

  • House in Yokohama|Modern Residences
    House in Yokohama9
    Mochizuki Architectural Atelier
    Mochizuki Architectural Atelier
    2-23-1-1248 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo / 614 Katakura-cho, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo
    Wood Deck
    Natural Modern
    Wooden Sash
    Void
    WoodenSash
    WoodDeck
    Atrium
  • House OTF|Modern Residences
    House OTF5
    Far East Design Lab.
    Far East Design Lab.
    Cercle Akasaka 1F, 4-2-25 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
    Custom-built vanity
    Resort Style
    Capturing Light
    Hotel-like
    Luxury Modern
    Pool
    Outdoor Living
    Wooden Sash
    Natural Garden
    Void
    OutdoorLiving
    Pool
    ResortStyle
    WoodenSashes
    Atrium
  • Residence in Takashimadaira|Modern Residences
    Residence in Takashimadaira14
    Naoko Matsumoto Architects & Associates
    Naoko Matsumoto Architects & Associates
    1304 Park Front Nakano Arai Yakushi, 5-5-10 Arai, Nakano-ku, Tokyo, Japan
    Capturing Light
    Wood Deck
    Proportion
    Symbolic Tree
    Closed to Outside, Open to Inside
    Outdoor Living
    Calm Presence
    Terrace
    Exposed Beam
  • House in Minoh 3|Modern Residences
    House in Minoh 39
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    Kumi Inoue Architects
    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
    Simple Modern
    Green Wall
    Large Opening
    Flag-Shaped Lot
    Sense of Openness
    Exposed Beam
    Void
  • COCHE — Residence with an Integrated Garage for the Beloved Vehicle|Modern Residences
    COCHE — Residence with an Integrated Garage for the Beloved Vehicle10
    YIA Ishiue Yoshihiro Architectural Design Office
    YIA Ishiue Yoshihiro Architectural Design Office
    1572 Amagawataki-cho, Kishiwada, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
    Simple Modern
    Built-in Garage
    Viewing Garage
    Proportion
    Monotone
    Courtyard
    Void
  • A Residence Uniting Two Independent Households|Modern Residences
    The void above the drying terrace serves as a spatial link, subtly connecting the two households.
    Archiplace
    Archiplace
    502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
    Corner Window
    Two-Family House
    Wood Plank Ceiling
    Soundproof Room
    Continuous Window
    Terrace
    Inner Garage
    Scenic View
    Built-in Kitchen
    TwoFamilyHouse
    Terrace
    SoundproofRoom
    IndoorGarage

Modern Residences × Atrium

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