'tsui no sumika' by kite architecture
all photos by daici ano
'tsui no sumika' was designed by kite architecture for a couple who have been married
for over 30 years. it is surrounded by the idyllic setting of uji, with deep green mountains
and the pleasant sound of a stream.the irregular site stands between an old agricultural
waterway and a road in the skirts of the mountain.
as the project developed, the clients requested a garden where the husband would
be able to enjoy his old-time hobby of gardening, as well as a space that provides
'variation.' since the couple will spend considerable time together at home,
the varied and flexible space is meant to prevent boredom and a feeling of enclosure.
the couple wants their own private time and space, but they get uncomfortable without
feeling each others presence. to meet their expectations, the two cores were placed
across one single room to create meandering space, where it is not possible to see
through the whole house while continuing to feel each others presence. the roof
and ceiling go down from the top (living and dining space) to the edges (private rooms)
with a moderate twist. as a result, the living and dining space becomes open and public,
while the master bedroom and the free room remain cozy and private.
the comfortable changes are formed by the moderately twisted roof and ceiling
and the angled plan generated by the irregular site. similarly to the changes inside
the house, the subtle variations included in the simple structure alter the appearance
of the facade, depending on the angle and location it is viewed from.
project info:
project: tsui no sumika
location: uji, kyoto, japan
principal use: residential housing
structure: wood, 1 story + loft
building area: 100.76m2
total floor area: 113.02m2
structural engineer: eisuke mitsuda / mitsuda structural consultants
lighting design: mariko naito / komorebi design
general contractor: amuza construction company ltd.,
photo: daici ano
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