‘H-house’ by TOFU architects, shiga, japan  all images courtesy of TOFU architects 

 

 

 

osaka-based architecture firm TOFU, has designed a three story complex consisting of a ground floor restaurant and two levels of residential spaces. located in shiga, japan, the building faces the hikone castle, a historical landmark which dates back to the edo period. to take advantage of the view, a continuous concrete custom built staircase wraps around the exterior of the structure, turning into a large terrace.

 

the ground floor café has a textured façade constructed from sheets of metal, while the residence is made from precast concrete. a tin roof visually ties back to the first level. the variety of the materials separate the functions found on the interior. the ground floor is zuhirõ jr. café, a chinese style eatery managed by the residents upstairs. the interior spaces integrate concrete and an a polished OSB plywood. the contrast between the gray and warm wood, combined with white interior fixtures create a modern but warm space.

TOFU architects: H house side facade

TOFU architects: H house view from above 

TOFU architects: H house functions divided by floor 

TOFU architects: H house night view of entrance to residences 

TOFU architects: H house entrance into restaurant 

TOFU architects: H house back terrace 

TOFU architects: H house interior view of top level

TOFU architects: H house plywood mezzanine 

TOFU architects: H house interior of first level

TOFU architects: H house restaurant at ground level 

TOFU architects: H house rendering of façade

TOFU architects: H house  floor plan / level 0

TOFU architects: H house floor plan / level 1

TOFU architects: H house floor plan / level 2 1 kitchen 2 living & dining room 3 japanese style room 4 entrance 5 water closet 6 power room 7 bathroom 8 bedroom 9 balcony 

TOFU architects: H house sectional elevation

TOFU architects: H house section

 

 

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