A Recomposition
of Spatial Flow

On the first floor, a doma atelier doubles as a walk-in closet. It is accessible with shoes on, creating an in-between space that links indoors and outdoors. Because it connects directly to the courtyard, it is well-suited for alternating between outdoor-style tasks and indoor activities. After playing in the courtyard, children can step into the air-conditioned doma atelier to cool down and rest.

Its usability benefits from the fact that one does not need to worry about bringing dirt inside.

The second floor serves as the living-dining-kitchen (LDK), taking full advantage of the 42-tatami single-floor area and a 2.8 m high ceiling. At the center of the space is a pantry; by keeping its walls low, the ceiling flows across uninterrupted, allowing the entire floor to be perceived as one space.

Continuity extends to the courtyard as well: identical tiles run seamlessly from the kitchen floor onto the terrace, creating a sense of unity. Because of the direct access from the kitchen, it has become a favored spot for barbecues and similar gatherings.

On the south side, a large window opens toward the borrowed scenery of a Japanese garden. Here, an Arflex ERA sofa and a carefully selected audio system are placed. To the north, the courtyard offers privacy and gentle daylight throughout the day. A study counter facing this courtyard provides a place to work or study while looking out at the greenery.

The kitchen was specially ordered from Hamp, reflecting the client’s preference. Having previously owned free-standing furniture from the same maker, they commissioned the kitchen as well. The counters are made from stainless steel in hot-rolled finish, while the doors and frames are crafted from solid walnut.

Within a broad floor plan, long corridors inevitably appear. Here, such a corridor was transformed into a library. Corridors, often narrow and dark, usually serve only as passages, but this design adds enjoyment. The children lie down with books, or the family gathers for card games—uses that go beyond what was first imagined.

For this dual-income household, laundry is no longer dried outdoors but entirely handled within a dedicated laundry room.

The installed gas dryer is powerful, completing cycles in about 40 minutes with minimal wrinkling. The dehumidifier is configured for direct drainage, removing the need to empty water manually. Next to the concealed washing machine, a family closet stores the clothing of all household members. Located close to the dressing room, the arrangement shortens the entire laundry workflow.