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November 3, 2015
 
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House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

Architects: MTKarchitects
Location: Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan
Architect In Charge: Akira Metoki
Structural Engineer: Hidemasa Nagata
Construction: Matsumoto-Doken Co. ltd.
Area: 128.59 sqm
Site Area: 248.08 sqm
Year: 2014
Photographs: Yuko Tada

“I am always aware of light during the design process; the way that light models an object and how it affects our moods is an important theme in this project.”

The house is sited in a quiet and relaxing residential area and has wonderful views to the west of the Japanese Alps. In this attractive environment the family home has been designed with a spacious and sunny double height living room which forms the centre of the home.

The living room features large window openings allowing sunlight to penetrate deep into the space

Each room is connected to this soaring space which promotes connections between family members. The dining room, kitchen and bedrooms are arranged both horizontally and vertically around the double height living room. The living room features large window openings allowing sunlight to penetrate deep into the space. The contrast of light and shadow is reinforced here, adding a sense of depth and extension into the space.

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

Double-height space amplifies the warmth of the wooden interior

The natural beauty of wood is emphasised by the interior detailing. In contrast to the textural qualities of the wooden floors and joinery, the walls are all painted white. The bright, sunny double-height space amplifies the warmth of the wooden interior. Externally the eastern elevation, facing the street, has been designed to appear contained and enclosed with minimal openings to ensure privacy for occupants. The upper level is cantilevered over the wooden entry porch forming a deep shadow over the front entry.

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects | Photo @ Yuko Tada

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects

House Matsumoto Soyano by MTKarchitects

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