SATOSHI OKADA
ARCHITECTS

This fortified residence has a hollow core: a main courtyard and multiple secluded gardens bring natural light into the rooms, creating intertwined views across the different spaces of the house. The ground floor hosts the guest room, gym and the client’s collection of vehicles across the courtyard. On the second floor are the living quarters, featuring an open kitchen and dining room extended by a broad terrace oriented southwards. The master bedroom, boudoir, and library are located in the opposite wing, complemented by the utility spaces and the main bathroom, exceptionally bright due to a full size skylight. The central walls are cladded with a dark local stone that contrast its lighter finishes, enhancing the airy quality of the second floor.

The house is further enriched by intricate handcrafted details including the custom-made door of the main entrance ? the essence of traditional Japanese carpentry.