‘house with two focal points’ by future-scape architects, nigata, japan images © future-scape architects

situated along the western edge of nigata, japan is ‘house with two focal points’, a single family home by tokyo-based practice future-scape architects. acting as a compass of sorts, the design alludes to a much larger world, beyond the constrains of the site and the immediate surroundings.

future-scape architects: house with two focal points exterior

positioned in a valley between mount yahiko and mount kakuda, the residence seeks to establish a subliminal and continuous connection with both of the mountains, which are mostly obstructed by neighboring structures.

future-scape architects: house with two focal points street view

conceived as a slightly skewed volume, the dwelling features two exterior walls that have been rotated towards the

center of each landmark. the subtle but distinctive form is translated inside where it informs the organization and

hierarchy of programs. the kitchen, dining and living room is hosted on the second floor, which opens radially towards

the encircling environment. fully extendible windows line the front of the structure, further integrating the home and

the inhabitants with the outdoors.

future-scape architects: house with two focal points ground floor

three expandable bedrooms are housed on the ground floor opposite a narrow corridor lined with concealed storage.

full-length mirrors flank each end of the hallway, visually distorting and expanding the small space.

future-scape architects: house with two focal points view of three bedrooms with expandable walls

future-scape architects: house with two focal points ground floor corridor with built in storage

future-scape architects: house with two focal points stairs to second floor

future-scape architects: house with two focal points second floor

future-scape architects: house with two focal points kitchen, living room and dining room

future-scape architects: house with two focal points the walls facing each mountain feature extendible windows

future-scape architects: house with two focal points view towards bathroom

future-scape architects: house with two focal points night view

future-scape architects: house with two focal points floor plan / level 0

future-scape architects: house with two focal points floor plan / level 1

future-scape architects: house with two focal points section

project info:

structural engineers: oga structural design office mechanical engineers: mai mechanical design site area: 201.32m2 building area: 72.04m2 floor area: 120.83m2