‘kes’ by aat+makoto yokomizo architects in shinjuku, japan all images courtesy aat+makoto yokomizo architects

 

 

 

‘kes’ by tokyo-based firm aat+makoto yokomizo architects is a multi-storey studio apartment complex in shinjuku, japan. featuring a communal motorcycle garage on the ground level, the street facade of the apartment is highly transparent, putting each unit’s activity on a composite display. given that the units are designated an exceptionally small area, the design aims to use the available space in an efficient manner while still creating an open atmosphere. by pushing the ceiling height to 3.4 m, the domestic space is negotiated on a vertical plane. the washroom, a glass-encased strip with a bathtub, sink, and toilet, rests on an elevated platform, creating free space beneath for the inhabitant’s individual use. the kitchen and dining zone benefits from the floor-to-ceiling windows in expanding the space. subtle round edges are employed for the walls to trick the eye into making corners look undefined and infinite.

aat+makoto yokomizo architects: kes

aat+makoto yokomizo architects: kes view towards the elevated bathroom

aat+makoto yokomizo architects: kesviews of bathroom

aat+makoto yokomizo architects: kes kitchen and dining

aat+makoto yokomizo architects: kes

aat+makoto yokomizo architects: kes (left) street level entrance (right) stairs up to a unit

aat+makoto yokomizo architects: kes street facade

aat+makoto yokomizo architects: kes ground level motorcycle garage