‘the roof residence’ by kotaro horiuchi architecture, maintenon, france all images courtesy of kotaro horiuchi architecture
paris-based japanese architecture firm kotaro horiuchi have designed ‘the roof residence’, a compilation of three dwellings encompassed under a roof. located in the southwest of paris, in the rural area of maintenon, france, the surrounding landscape consists of grasslands, forests and creeks. to integrate the natural vistas, the 7m high triangular structure has perforations, allowing the environment to penetrate into a partially enclosed garden. the interior houses a restaurant, guest rooms and a living space for three married couples with children. the separate compartments are connected by a communal kitchen.
integration of landscape into building
exterior view of roof structure 
view of roof
view of interior
floor plan / level 0
section
project info:
location: maintenon, france program: residential, accommondation spa
plot area: 2,000 m²
built area: 150 m²
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