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Stack Up Dom by Kazuma Kobayashi

Stack Up Dom by Kazuma Kobayashi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Żelazna Nagroda A' Design Award in Projektowanie Architektury, Budynków i Konstrukcji Competition Category.


ŻelaznaArchitektura· 2025

Stack Up Dom

by Kazuma Kobayashi

Client: KENBO Co., Ltd.

Żelazna Nagroda A' Design Award Winner in Architektura Category

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The Design

About Stack Up Dom

Stack Up to dwupiętrowy drewniany dom zbudowany na gęsto zabudowanym terenie miejskim. Elewacja przypomina stos pudełek o różnych rozmiarach, co dodaje budynkowi głębi. Okna umieszczono tak, aby ograniczyć widok z ulicy, a duże szklane panele wprowadzają naturalne światło. Wysoki sufit dodaje wrażenia przestronności. Wewnętrzny dziedziniec umożliwia dopływ światła i powietrza, zachowując jednocześnie prywatność wnętrza. Duże drzewo w ogrodzie działa jako naturalny parawan. Ogród został również zaprojektowany jako wybieg dla psów, z ogrodzeniami i schodami o bezpiecznej wysokości.

The Recognition

About the Żelazna Nagroda A' Design Award

Stack Up Dom to laureat Żelaznej Nagrody A' Design Award, prestiżowego wyróżnienia przyznawanego dobrym projektom, które spełniają zawodowe i przemysłowe wymagania oczekiwane od dobrze zaprojektowanych dzieł. Laureaci Żelaznej Nagrody wykazują wielką biegłość, wysoką specjalizację, fachowe zrozumienie i zdolności twórcze ich autorów. Stack Up Dom ma być wysoko cenionym, podziwianym i drogim sercu dziełem, które jest praktyczne i innowacyjne. Ten projekt nagrodzony Żelazną Nagrodą A' Design Award integruje najlepsze praktyki branżowe i ma kompetentne cechy techniczne powiązane z wiedzą fachową i talentem. Dzięki starannemu wykonaniu Stack Up Dom cieszy się szacunkiem, a jego zadaniem jest zapewnianie poprawy jakości życia, która pomaga uczynić świat lepszym miejscem.

Behind the Design

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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

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