Stack Up Къща by Kazuma Kobayashi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Желязна награда A' Design Award in Дизайн на архитектура, сгради и конструкции Competition Category.

ЖелязоАрхитектура· 2025

Stack Up Къща

by Kazuma Kobayashi

Client: KENBO Co., Ltd.

Желязна награда A' Design Award Winner in Архитектура Category

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The Design

About Stack Up Къща

Stack Up е двуетажна дървена къща, изградена в гъсто застроен градски район. Външният вид наподобява купчина кутии с различни размери, което придава на сградата усещане за дълбочина. Прозорците са разположени така, че да ограничават видимостта от улицата, а големите стъклени панели внасят естествена светлина. Високият таван добавя усещане за простор. Вътрешен двор позволява навлизането на светлина и въздух, като същевременно запазва интериора уединен. Голямо дърво в градината служи като екран. Градината е обзаведена и като площадка за разходка на кучета, с ограждения и стълби на безопасна височина.

The Recognition

About the Желязна награда A' Design Award

Stack Up Къща е носител на Желязната награда A' Design Award — престижно признание, присъждано на добри дизайни, които отговарят на професионалните и индустриалните изисквания, очаквани от добре проектирани творения. Желязните победители демонстрират голямо умение, висока специализация, експертно разбиране и творчески капацитет на своите създатели. Очаква се Stack Up Къща да бъде високо ценено, възхищавано и обичано творение, което е практично и иновативно. Този дизайн, спечелил Желязната награда A' Design Award, интегрира най-добрите отраслови практики и притежава компетентни технически характеристики, свързани с ноу-хау и талант. Stack Up Къща се радва на уважение заради щателността си и предлага подобрения в качеството на живот, които помагат светът да стане по-добро място.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This building was designed to achieve an open space while protecting privacy in an environment where the surrounding buildings are close together. The placement of the windows was adjusted to take into account the view from the outside. The interior was designed with a high ceiling to create a pleasant sense of spaciousness while reducing the sense of oppression. Furthermore large glass was effectivel placed to bring in plenty of natural light creating a bright and open space.
Dimensions & Packaging: Site area 400 square meters
Building area 155 square meters
Tags: house, box, japan, Architecture, garden, pet
Production Technology: wooden Second story building
Design Challenge: At the client's request we incorporated a design that would make the miscellaneous goods collected as a hobby stand out in the home. We adjusted the interior materials and colors to create a space that would bring out the appeal of the miscellaneous goods. In addition the garden design is centered around stones and we designed it to harmonize with the interior while making the most of the texture of natural materials.
Research: We carefully considered the optimal window layout taking into account the surrounding environment. We made sure to incorporate the client's request for large windows while also making sure to create a space where they could live comfortably. In particular we planted a large tree in the garden and used it as a screen. This allowed us to block out the view from outside while also letting in a pleasant amount of light creating a living room with a sense of openness.
Inspiration: This house is located in the city center but we aimed to create a space that would provide a high level of privacy and a sense of comfort similar to that of a resort hotel. The building has a design that resembles overlapping boxes giving it a sense of depth. In addition by incorporating a design with a courtyard we have created an open space. While allowing in natural light and wind, we have created a private space where you can spend time without worrying about the eyes of those around you.
Project Duration: Built in Kurashiki City Okayama Prefecture in 2023
Operation Flow: The garden is designed to be used as a dog run and a spacious area has been secured where pets can run around freely. Safety has also been taken into consideration and by carefully selecting the height of the fences and stairs an environment has been created where dogs can live comfortably.
Image Credits: Photographer Senichiro Nogami