Rising 1 Casa by Yusuke Tanaka is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award de Ferro in Design de Arquitetura, Edifícios e Estruturas Competition Category.

FerroArquitetura· 2026

Rising 1 Casa

by Yusuke Tanaka

Client: Be RIS1NG Architects

A' Design Award de Ferro Winner in Arquitetura Category

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The Design

About Rising 1 Casa

Rising 1 é uma casa de madeira de dois pavimentos construída em Tottori, no Japão. O exterior é unificado por telhas/revestimentos cerâmicos de cor única, que conferem ao edifício uma presença simples e serena. Poucas janelas se voltam para o exterior, garantindo um alto nível de privacidade. Os ambientes estão dispostos em um percurso contínuo ao redor de um pátio central. A partir da área de estar, jantar e cozinha, todos os cômodos podem ser vistos através do pátio. Um espaço com pé-direito duplo e janelas altas trazem uma luz natural suave para o interior. A área do terreno é de 305 metros quadrados e a área construída é de 145 metros quadrados.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Ferro

Rising 1 Casa conquistou o A' Design Award de Ferro, um reconhecimento prestigiado atribuído a bons designs que cumprem os requisitos profissionais e industriais esperados de criações bem concebidas. Os vencedores do Ferro demonstram grande habilidade, elevada especialização, compreensão especializada e capacidade criativa dos seus criadores. Espera-se que Rising 1 Casa seja uma criação muito considerada, admirada e estimada, prática e inovadora. Este design vencedor do A' Design Award de Ferro integra as melhores práticas do setor e tem características técnicas competentes associadas a conhecimento especializado e talento. Pela sua minúcia, Rising 1 Casa merece respeito e destina-se a proporcionar melhorias na qualidade de vida que ajudam a tornar o mundo num lugar melhor.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This residence is unified with a single-color tile exterior, creating a simple and calm presence.
The consistent material texture brings tranquility to the building and allows it to blend gently with its surroundings.
With very few windows, the design ensures a high level of privacy, while the courtyard provides a rich and reassuring space.
Simple in form, the house achieves a strong presence through its materials and proportions.
Dimensions & Packaging: Land area 305 square meters
Building area 145 square meters
Tags: House, Architecture, Architects, Building, Japan
Production Technology: Two-story wooden building
Design Challenge: In Japan, where rainfall is frequent drainage systems are typically required however to avoid compromising the architectural design, this project incorporates a carefully considered roof form that disperses rainwater. This approach ensures functional performance while preserving the visual integrity of the building.
Research: This residence employs a restrained lighting strategy in which ceiling fixtures are minimized except in areas requiring higher levels of illumination such as the kitchen with indirect and accent lighting used to establish a calm and restful atmosphere. By lowering the ceiling heights of the private rooms a clear distinction is established from the double-height living space enabling a diversity of spatial scales to be experienced within a single dwelling.
Inspiration: To ensure privacy the house is designed in a courtyard layout forming a continuous loop around the central garden.
From the living dining and kitchen area all rooms can be seen across the courtyard through the windows
allowing the presence of family members to be felt at all times.
Organized around the courtyard the spaces are gently connected creating a home that respects a sense of closeness
while allowing each person to spend time comfortably.
Project Duration: Built in Tottori, Japan in 2025
Operation Flow: The LDK limits the number of windows facing the exterior, and a tall double-height space is introduced to secure natural light. Windows are positioned at a higher level to bring soft daylight into the interior while maintaining privacy creating a bright and open living environment.
Image Credits: Photographer Senichiro Nogami