Introducing A Residence Embracing the Cherry Blossom Avenue, a custom-built home example by Archiplace, a Architect / Design office in 502 Palm House Hatsudai, 1-20-2 Honmachi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Windows thoughtfully arranged to preserve privacy while framing views of the cherry blossom avenue from multiple vantage points.
Pilotis-style parking and bicycle storage area seamlessly integrated with the entrance porch.
The staircase to the second floor is suspended by tension rods, creating a sense of lightness and spatial expansion.
Cherry blossom trees are perfectly framed through windows along the staircase, enlivening the ascent and descent.
A spacious living-dining-kitchen (LDK) occupies the second floor, with a horizontally elongated clerestory window offering panoramic views of the cherry blossom row.
The south terrace extends seamlessly from the dining area without any level change, fostering indoor-outdoor connectivity.
Steel-framed earthquake-resistant bracing supports the building structure behind the commercial-grade aluminum window frames used in the clerestory.
Beyond the TV counter lies a traditional Japanese-style room (washitsu), where a sloping ceiling extends deep into the space, enhancing the sense of openness.
The south terrace adjacent to the dining area provides an ideal setting for barbecues with family and friends.
The south-facing sloped roof functions as an eave, shielding the terrace from rain and harsh summer sunlight; the soffit is clad with natural linden plywood.
An island kitchen crafted to the husband’s specifications, designed for shared family use and interaction.
Ample storage is provided with well-appointed cabinetry behind the kitchen, alongside a discreetly positioned refrigerator alcove and pantry.
The multipurpose Japanese-style room, suitable for overnight guests and cherry blossom viewing, features a low window framing a persimmon tree.
The covered north terrace, accessible without steps, allows for intimate appreciation of the nearby cherry trees.
Window detailing is deliberately minimalistic to maximize unobstructed views of the cherry blossoms.
The master bedroom includes a walk-in closet and opens onto a drying terrace through large sliding doors.
The corridor is slightly widened to accommodate a bookshelf and coat hooks for the entire family.
From the street, only the linden plywood ceiling is visible, ensuring the interior privacy of the residence.