House of Light at the Edge / Atsuhiro Nakata

House of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior PhotographyHouse of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior PhotographyHouse of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior PhotographyHouse of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior Photography, WindowsHouse of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - More Images+ 12

Osaka, Japan
  • City: Osaka
  • Country: Japan
More SpecsLess Specs
House of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior Photography, Windows
© Akira Ito

Text description provided by the architects. Indirect lighting around the periphery softly envelops the entire house, revealing a unique existing frame. Renovation of a second-hand condominium with a slanted roof shape and reinforced concrete hanging walls, which are characterized by existing frames. As a private residence, it was designed according to the family's lifestyle. 

House of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior Photography, Windows
© Akira Ito
House of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Image 16 of 17
Plan
House of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior Photography
© Akira Ito
House of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior Photography
© Akira Ito

While making the most of the characteristics of the existing frame, such as attaching the ceiling along the roof shape and reinforcing concrete hanging walls, the space is unified by using materials that match the color tone. Indirect lighting is applied to the outer periphery of the house, and the entire house is illuminated through a slanted ceiling, connecting each space. 

House of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior Photography, Bedroom
© Akira Ito

In the planning, the existing floor plan with small rooms was dismantled, and a large living and dining room where families gather was placed on the south side. The plan was to create a private space, such as a bedroom and study, that would block the line of sight, making it an integrated space with the living room, but with a gentle distance. 

House of Light at the Edge  / Atsuhiro Nakata - Interior Photography, Table, Chair
© Akira Ito

Project gallery

See allShow less
About this office
Cite: "House of Light at the Edge / Atsuhiro Nakata" 11 Jan 2024. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1012006/house-of-light-at-the-edge-atsuhiro-nakata> ISSN 0719-8884

You've started following your first account!

Did you know?

You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.