Two Sails Rumah by Yukihiro Nakagawa is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Besi in Reka Bentuk Seni Bina, Bangunan dan Struktur Competition Category.

BesiSeni Bina· 2026

Two Sails Rumah

by Yukihiro Nakagawa

Client: MASTER CRAFT Co.Ltd

A' Design Award Besi Winner in Seni Bina Category

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The Design

About Two Sails Rumah

Two Sails ialah rumah tepi laut yang direka untuk keluarga dua generasi. Bangunan kayu dua tingkat ini terletak di Okayama, Jepun, dengan keluasan binaan 250 meter persegi di atas tapak seluas 800 meter persegi. Bentuk bumbungnya mengingatkan pada layar kapal dan membantu membawa cahaya semula jadi serta bayu laut ke dalam ruang dalaman. Ruang kediaman dibahagikan kepada zon utara dan selatan, supaya setiap generasi dapat mengekalkan privasi masing-masing. Sebuah koridor berbumbung menghubungkan kedua-dua zon dan membolehkan pergerakan walaupun pada hari hujan. Dinding luar bangunan dilapisi logam tahan lasak yang tahan terhadap kakisan daripada udara laut.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Besi

Two Sails Rumah ialah pemenang A' Design Award Besi, pengiktirafan yang berprestij yang dianugerahkan kepada reka bentuk yang baik yang memenuhi keperluan profesional dan industri yang dijangka daripada ciptaan yang direka dengan baik. Pemenang Besi menunjukkan kemahiran yang besar, kepakaran yang tinggi, kefahaman pakar dan keupayaan kreatif penciptanya. Two Sails Rumah diharapkan menjadi ciptaan yang sangat dihargai, dikagumi dan disayangi yang praktikal dan inovatif. Reka bentuk pemenang A' Design Award Besi ini menyepadukan amalan terbaik industri dan mempunyai ciri teknikal yang kompeten yang dikaitkan dengan kepakaran dan bakat. Two Sails Rumah dihormati kerana ketelitiannya dan direka untuk memberikan peningkatan kualiti 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 project is a seaside residence designed for a two generation family accommodating both parents and children.The design takes advantage of the coastal location to introduce natural light and sea breezes creating an open and comfortable living environment.Careful attention is given to zoning and circulation to respect the daily rhythms and privacy of each generation while also allowing for shared family experiences.
Dimensions & Packaging: Land area 800 square meters
Building area 250 square meters
Tags: House, Architects, Building, Japan, Sail
Production Technology: Two story wooden building
Design Challenge: The exterior walls are clad in durable metal materials that withstand the corrosive effects of sea breezes ensuring that the building maintains its striking appearance even in harsh coastal conditions.
Research: The residence is designed so that a two generation family can live with a comfortable sense of distance with the living spaces divided into northern and southern zones. A roofed corridor is provided to ensure seamless circulation between the areas allowing movement even on rainy days.
Inspiration: This house located near the sea is a two family residence characterized by a roof form reminiscent of a ship sail.The sail like roof gently captures the sea breeze and soft natural light creating a comfortable living environment throughout the home.The design allows the two households to respect each lifestyle while remaining gently connected creating a living environment that harmonizes with the surrounding natural landscape.
Project Duration: Built in Okayama, Japan in 2025
Operation Flow: It is designed to symbolize two vessels sailing side by side representing the hope that the family can live together harmoniously for generations.
Image Credits: Photographer Senichiro Nogami