Article source: Hisako Yamamura＋Kousuke Suzuki／suzuki architects

This two-generation residence is located in the working-class shitamachi section of Tokyo’s Shinagawa district. The property is surrounded by old wooden homes whose lots are being subdivided as the younger generation takes them over, increasing the density of an already densely developed neighborhood. New structures must meet or exceed the codes for semi-fireproof construction, which regulate the use of wood. The client, however, wanted a home with a “natural” feeling and plenty of wood.

Image Courtesy © Kenta Hasegawa

• Designer: Hisako Yamamura＋Kousuke Suzuki／suzuki architects
• Project: Wind House
• Location: Shinagawa, Tokyo
• Photography: Kenta Hasegawa
• Structural Dsign: Hidetaka Nakahara／Q＆Architecture・Seiji Ookawa／soso
• Construction Company: HomeBuilder
• Structure: Wooden
• Building Area: 46.39㎡
• Toal Floor Area: 129.38㎡

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