architect taichi nishishita’s residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature

work areas and living zones are gently separated by wooden boxes and strategically placed bookcases.

Taichi edited by christina vergopoulou January 9, 2024 3 min

Taichi Nishishita Architect & Associates builds House in Hoshioka

House in Hoshioka by Taichi Nishishita Architect & Associates presents the architect’s own residence and studio in Matsuyama, Japan, immersed in nature. The design aims for a natural and unobtrusive appearance, harmonizing with the Ono River and Hoshioka mountain surroundings. The focus is on creating a built landscape that seamlessly integrates with the natural environment, emphasizing the beauty that evolves through seasonal and long-term changes. The residence, serving both as an atelier and a home, strikes a balance between living and working spaces.

architect taichi nishishita's residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature - 1 — all images by Hirokazu Fujimura

Design Unveils gentle transitions between work and living spaces

The eaves offer a generous yet intimate scale, contributing to a sense of relief. Strategic placement of boxes and bookcases establishes a gentle separation between the work area and family flow. Upon entering the foyer, the high sidelight directs attention to the sky, aiming to evoke a loungepit-like experience when seated. The design unfolds gradually, revealing a series of scenes in narrow and open spaces, bright and dark areas, creating a sense of anticipation. The architecture by Taichi Nishishita Architect & Associates undergoes rich transformations over time, offering diverse experiences from morning to night, season to season, and over the span of several years.

architect taichi nishishita's residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature - 2 — riverside facade

architect taichi nishishita's residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature - 3 — entrance and garden

architect taichi nishishita's residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature - 4 — entrance and garden

architect taichi nishishita's residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature - 5 — riverside balcony

house-hoshioka-taichi-nishishita-japan-designboom-1800-2 — facade

architect taichi nishishita's residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature - 6 — dining room and kitchen

house-hoshioka-taichi-nishishita-japan-designboom-1800-3 — dining room and kitchen

architect taichi nishishita's residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature - 7 — architect’s studio

architect taichi nishishita's residence and studio expand onto the japanese nature - 8 — balcony and lounge

skylight and staircase skylight and staircase architect's studio skylight foyer living room exterior exterior

project info:

name: House in Hoshioka
architect: Taichi Nishishita Architect & Associates | @taichi_nishishita_architects

location: Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan

photography: Hirokazu Fujimura

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