mamm design builds horizontally minimalistic house in kai, japan

the terrace-shaped house in kai city, yamanashi japan is designed by mamm design.

faced with cold and harsh climate throughout the winter months, during the early stages, the client only requested for all the rooms to be south-facing. going against building upwards, the architects chose the arrangement to be open, horizontal to effectively encourage the family to constantly interact and be in each others company.

the scheme is composed several levels where the living room and kitchen faces towards the large front yard, meanwhile the private quarters are based upstairs. minimalistic in design, the large, sliding glazed doors and the windows on the upper level provide the interiors with warmth and daylight.

 

south facing room

 

open plan kitchen and dining

 

children’s playroom

 

three different spaces but are not closed off by walls