SATOSHI OKADA
ARCHITECTS

The site lies on a steep cliff capturing a splendid panorama of the Pacific Ocean. The building is designed with eight interconnected platforms of different levels. A continuous strip folded in different directions creates interlocked voids both vertically and horizontally, unfolding at several intervals to provide functional space.

Connected to the public road, the uppermost level serves as the garage and private entry - an elevator and stairs leading to all floors. Moving downwards, the second floor includes the main entrance and two guest rooms, as well as the main bathroom featuring an outdoor spa secluded behind a flight of stairs. Further down, the living, dining, and kitchen are accompanied by a large terrace, floor-to-ceiling windows creating a panoramic view of the sea. The bedrooms and tatami room are located on the lower level, concluding with a workshop at the lowest level.

The structure has a hybrid composition of steel construction and reinforced concrete. Steel was necessary in eliminating bulky columns and walls, creating lightness and multifunctionality to the villa. Further, the prefabrication of steel panel blocks immensely boosted the efficiency of construction.