tonoma architects: 'double house'

‘double house’ by tonoma

japanese architect tsuyoshi of tonoma has sent us in images of his project ‘double house’.

the house which is built on a narrow piece of land consists of two structures – a short and big house on the south side and a tall small house on the east side connected by a garden. the design incorporates natural ventilation and lighting.

‘double house’ sits on a narrow piece of land

‘double house’ sits on a narrow piece of land

‘double house’ exterior

garden area that connects the two houses

‘double house’ interior

garden area that connects the two houses

‘double house’ interior

‘double house’ interior

‘double house’ interior

‘double house’ exterior

‘double house’

‘double house’ floor plan

environmental diagram

ventilation is achieved through use of a ceiling plan and a top window on the north side.