Stack Up Rumah by Kazuma Kobayashi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Besi in Desain Arsitektur, Bangunan dan Struktur Competition Category.

BesiArsitektur· 2025

Stack Up Rumah

by Kazuma Kobayashi

Client: KENBO Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award Besi Winner in Arsitektur Category

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The Design

About Stack Up Rumah

Stack Up adalah rumah kayu dua lantai yang dibangun di kawasan perkotaan yang padat. Bagian eksteriornya menyerupai susunan kotak-kotak dengan ukuran berbeda, yang memberikan kesan kedalaman pada bangunan. Jendela-jendela diposisikan untuk membatasi pandangan dari jalan, sementara panel kaca besar menghadirkan cahaya alami ke dalam ruangan. Langit-langit yang tinggi menambah kesan luas pada ruang. Sebuah halaman dalam memungkinkan cahaya dan udara masuk sekaligus menjaga privasi interior. Sebatang pohon besar di taman berfungsi sebagai penyekat pandangan. Taman ini juga ditata sebagai area berlari untuk anjing, dilengkapi dengan pagar dan tangga pada ketinggian yang aman.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Besi

Stack Up Rumah adalah pemenang A' Design Award Besi, pengakuan yang bergengsi yang diberikan kepada desain yang baik yang memenuhi persyaratan profesional dan industri yang diharapkan dari kreasi yang dirancang dengan baik. Pemenang Besi menunjukkan keterampilan yang besar, spesialisasi yang tinggi, pemahaman ahli, dan kapasitas kreatif para penciptanya. Stack Up Rumah diharapkan menjadi kreasi yang sangat dihargai, dikagumi, dan dicintai yang praktis dan inovatif. Desain pemenang A' Design Award Besi ini mengintegrasikan praktik terbaik industri dan memiliki karakteristik teknis yang kompeten yang terkait dengan pengetahuan teknis dan bakat. Stack Up Rumah dihormati karena ketelitiannya dan dirancang untuk memberikan peningkatan kualitas hidup yang membantu menjadikan dunia tempat yang lebih baik.

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