Timber louvers

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Project • By H ARCHITECTS STUDIO INC. • Private Houses

Tajimi House

TAJIMI HOUSE is a two-story residence of reinforced concrete bearing-wall construction in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. A large retaining wall stands close to the western boundary, while a neighboring residence is located to the north. Although the neighbor's garden along the northern boundary provides a sense of openness, the most expansive views extend toward the distant landscape to the south and east. The design seeks to bring the surrounding landscape and distant mountain views into everyday life while maintaining privacy. Kohei Koishi Kohei Koishi Kohei Koishi   To achieve this balance, the ground floor presents a quiet, enclosed facade toward the road, finished with natural timber. In contrast, the upper flo... More

Project • By OB Architecture Ltd • Showrooms

SUPERCAR WORKSHOP

We were invited to design and deliver the refurbishment of a derelict workshop building in Hampshire to provide a headquarters for a British automotive company specialising in the servicing, restoration and racing of both modern and historic cars. The clean and muted environment of the workshop provides a calm backdrop for the colourful array of supercars. Storage and parts are positioned on raised mezzanine areas to the side leaving a large double height area in the centre. A metal stair with cantilevered treads leads up to a break-out area at first floor, overlooking the work shop through a veil of timber louvers. Photography: Martin Gardner More