Eternal Shtëpi Banimi by Michihiro Matsuo

Eternal Shtëpi Banimi by Michihiro Matsuo is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award in Dizajni i Arkitekturës, Ndërtesave dhe Strukturave Competition Category.

ArgjendiArkitekturë· 2025

Eternal Shtëpi Banimi

by Michihiro Matsuo

Client: Metaph Architect Associates

Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award Winner in Arkitekturë Category

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The Design

About Eternal Shtëpi Banimi

Eternal është një shtëpi banimi e ndërtuar në një truall të pjerrët në Prefekturën Hyogo, Japoni. Diferenca e nivelit shfrytëzohet për të vendosur vëllime si nën ashtu edhe mbi tokë, duke formuar një hapësirë të vazhdueshme nga bodrumi deri në katet e sipërme. Bodrumi përmban një garazh dhe një dhomë hobi, ndërsa zonat e banimit ndodhen mbi katin e parë. Një hapje e madhe në anën jugore sjell dritë natyrale dhe pamje të largëta, duke kufizuar njëkohësisht dukshmërinë nga rruga. Struktura kombinon betonin e armuar nën tokë me dru të laminuar me seksion të madh dhe nyje metalike mbi tokë.

The Recognition

About the Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award

Eternal Shtëpi Banimi është fitues i Çmimit të Argjendtë A' Design Award, një njohje jashtëzakonisht prestigjioze që u akordohet dizajneve të nivelit më të lartë, mahnitëse dhe mbresëlënëse. Fituesit e Argjendtë janë vepra tejet brilante dhe jashtëzakonisht krijuese që ilustrojnë ekspertizën, talentin dhe mprehtësinë e shquar të dizajnerëve të tyre. Eternal Shtëpi Banimi pritet të jetë një vepër e mrekullueshme, vitrinë e vërtetë e mjeshtërisë, jashtëzakonisht profesionale dhe thellësisht inovative. Ky dizajn fitues i Çmimit të Argjendtë A' Design Award është një shpikje shumë e shquar dhe e admiruar që sjell dobi dhe zgjeron kufijtë e artit, shkencës, dizajnit dhe teknologjisë. Eternal Shtëpi Banimi është një krijim shumë i dëshiruar që ngjall dëshira, sjell ndjenja pozitive dhe zgjon habi e mahnitje.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Taking advantage of the site's elevation difference, this house creates a spatial experience that continues from underground to above ground. The distinctive floating design creates the exterior, and the open view from the south and natural light bring comfort to the residents and provide a special, eternal time. The limitations of the terrain are transformed into a rich space, making this a one-of-a-kind home that is one with nature.
Dimensions & Packaging: Site area 389.80m2, Scale 368.29m2, Reinforced concrete construction underground, 2 floors above ground Wooden construction, planned with a wooden rigid frame structure in mind for low carbonization. Wooden construction often relies on the walls for strength, making it difficult to create large openings, but by carrying out detailed structural calculations it is possible to design large spaces and large openings.
Tags: Villa, House, Residence, Wood, Architecture
Production Technology: Complex and bold spatial structures make the building unstable. In order to safely construct this open house, thorough structural analysis was carried out, and it was constructed to be strong and safe using large-section laminated timber and metal joints. In Japan, a country prone to earthquakes, where wooden structures are widely used, structural calculations are extremely important and the utmost consideration was given to them.
Design Challenge: As an urban residential area, it is the realization of a rich life that can be obtained through the openness of the house and ensures the privacy of the residents. It realizes the low carbon demand required for wooden structures and creates a design with a high degree of openness. Furthermore, it is a big challenge to ensure excellent design while ensuring earthquake resistance in Japan, a safe earthquake-resistant country.
Research: This study examines design methods aimed at achieving both safety and comfort in residential architecture with large windows, and harmonizing with the local environment. Through questionnaire surveys and tours, the aim is to investigate the psychological impact of organic architectural design that gives a sense of connection with nature, and to propose ideal residential architectural design.
Inspiration: This architecture makes the most of the elevation difference of the site, pursuing stability and harmony. Taking advantage of the elevation difference from the road, we placed volume on both the above-ground and basement levels. This allows the building to blend into the terrain, harmonizing with its surroundings while still emanating a distinctive presence. The dynamic spatial composition created by the elevation difference creates a one-of-a-kind architectural beauty.
Project Duration: The project will take place in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, with construction commencing in September 2023 and completed in October 2024.
Operation Flow: The basement is used as a garage and hobby room. The living space is located above the first floor. It is an open house, but a large opening is placed on the south side to avoid eye contact with passersby, and because it is on high ground, it is also possible to enjoy the view.
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Image Credits: Michihiro Matsuo, METAPH ARCHITECT ASSOCIATES