Introducing House in Kumano Town, a custom-built home example by Abax Architects, a Architect / Design office in 203 Higashi-Shin Building, 1-7-12 Awaza, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

This residence, located in Sakai City, incorporates a piano studio on the first floor. For soundproofing purposes, the first floor is constructed with reinforced concrete, while the second and third floors are timber-framed. Facing an open elementary school playground, the living room features large high windows that allow for unobstructed sky views while relaxing on the sofa. Additionally, a spacious rooftop terrace equipped for barbecues has been provided. Location: Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture
Zoning: Neighborhood Commercial Zone
Use: Residential
Structure and scale: Three above‑ground storeys — 1st floor reinforced concrete (RC); 2nd and 3rd floors timber construction
Completion: May 2021
Building footprint: 103.74 m²
Total floor area: 228.26 m²
Site area: 135.18 m²
Contractor: Ochi Komuten Co., Ltd.