Yokohama Chigasakihigashi Bahay by Kei Tamai

Ginto Arkitektura · 2025

Yokohama Chigasakihigashi Bahay

by Kei Tamai

A' Design Award na Ginto 2025 in Arkitektura
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About Yokohama Chigasakihigashi Bahay

Ang Yokohama Chigasakihigashi ay isang detached na bahay na idinisenyo upang iugnay ang pang-araw-araw na buhay sa kalangitan. Ang mga silid at pasilyo ay nakapaligid sa isang sentral na courtyard, na tinatawag na sky room, na binabalangkas ng simpleng puting mga espasyo. Ang flexible na layout ay nagpapahintulot sa courtyard na maging sentro ng atensyon o kaya'y sumanib sa mga nakapaligid na silid, na sumusuporta sa iba't ibang paraan ng pamumuhay. Ang mga bintana ay nagdadala ng malambot na natural na liwanag sa loob, na nagpapababa sa pangangailangan ng artipisyal na ilaw. Ang kabuuang sukat ng sahig ay 129.17 metro kwadrado. Ang disenyo ay muling binubuhay ang tradisyonal na ugnayan ng mga Hapones sa kalikasan.

About the A' Design Award na Ginto

Ang Yokohama Chigasakihigashi Bahay ay nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Ginto, isang napakaprestihiyosong pagkilalang iginagawad sa mga disenyong pangunahing-uri, kahanga-hanga at namumukod-tangi. Ang mga nagwagi ng Ginto ay mga likhang lubhang makabago, may pananaw at nakasisilaw sa karilagan na sumasalamin sa talino, karunungan at husay ng kanilang mga tagapagdisenyo. Inaasahang ang Yokohama Chigasakihigashi Bahay ay isang lubos na pinupuri, nagtatakda-ng-uso at monumental na imbensyon na naghahatid ng walang kapantay na halaga. Ang disenyong ito na nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Ginto ay isang kahanga-hanga at iginagalang na proyekto na lubos na nakikinabang at nagpapaunlad sa mga hangganan ng sining, agham, disenyo at teknolohiya. Ang Yokohama Chigasakihigashi Bahay ay lumilikha ng matinding damdamin ng pagnanais, gumigising ng damdamin, nagpapasigla ng pagkamalikhain at nakahuhumaling sa atin.

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Unique Properties: This spec home focuses on living in harmony with the sky, designed by renowned architect Shin Takamatsu, an expert in traditional Japanese housing. Takamatsu believes that a home must have a deep relationship with the sky. The design includes a room extending toward the sky, surrounded by simple white spaces. This flexible layout allows the sky room to be the focal point or to blend with the surrounding spaces, offering various living styles that connect with the sky.
Dimensions & Packaging: Site area：165.01㎡　Building area：70.71㎡　Total floor area：129.17㎡
Tags: housing,japan,modern,architecture,Yokohama
Production Technology: Rooms and hallways surround a courtyard, seen as a "sky room." Residents can enjoy different lifestyles, such as centering their lives around the courtyard or combining the courtyard and surrounding spaces into one. A simple glance upward from any space reveals the sky. The courtyard connects seamlessly with the rooms, and the windows create soft natural light without needing artificial lighting. The skyline encourages passersby to look up and experience the sky as well.
Design Challenge: In the suburbs of major cities, small-scale developments for mass markets dominate, leading to declining living environments. Our company resists this trend by maintaining developments at their current scale to preserve quality. For properties priced over 100 million yen, delivering value is crucial, and working with renowned architects is one approach. While spec homes make achieving ideal designs easier, strict budget constraints create constant challenges between cost and design.
Research: Traditional Japanese homes, like Kyoto's machiya, were designed to bring natural elements such as light and air into daily life, even in densely built cities. These homes had a garden at their center, creating comfort, respect for nature, and a unique aesthetic. Modern homes, however, prioritize performance and have become isolated from nature, heavily relying on energy. Now is the time to revive the traditional Japanese lifestyle, reducing energy use and reconnecting with nature.
Inspiration: In the suburbs of major cities, cramped living with close neighbors is unavoidable. Modern homes prioritize energy efficiency, insulation, and privacy, resulting in inward living spaces where people often keep curtains shut to avoid outside views. Traditionally, Japanese homes embraced nature, harmonizing with the climate and reflecting a deep connection to the environment. This project aims to restore those lost values and reconnect modern living with nature.
Project Duration: The collaboration between architect Shin Takamatsu and Principal Home began in 2014. We discussed the direction of the project for over a year and a half, and entered the design phase in 2015.
In 2016, "AROUND THE SKY" was completed and received the Good Design Award. Later, in 2017, "WITH THE SKY" was finished, followed by the construction of "ALONG THE SKY." This year, the construction of two "IN THE SKY" buildings has also been completed.
Operation Flow: Residents can move freely between the courtyard and surrounding spaces, enjoying different living styles, such as centering life around the "sky room" or combining the courtyard with surrounding areas. From any spot, a glance upward reveals the sky. Natural light and air create a comfortable environment without relying on energy. The changing scenery, bird songs, and clouds further enrich the emotional experience of the residents, deepening their connection to nature.