Compiled by TeamIAnD
Photography: Yousuke Harigane; courtesy the architect
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Yusaku Matsuoka
architects and associates propose an unusual solution for “bespoke art”, giving
you new ways of re-imagining your home...
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Making optimal
use of the approx. 500 sq. m. space, they first worked on the improving the
thermal performance by spraying insulation onto the interior side of all outer
walls and installing double-pane windows. Adding tiling underneath the windows,
they turned part of the floor into a reservoir for storing heat and cold, creating
a “margin” for plants and other items that add colour to daily life. At night,
the plants are reflected in the double-pane glass, which is covered with sheets
of delicately glittering material, creating an attractive atmosphere distinct
from that which suffuses the rooms during daytime.
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Next, in an
attempt to augment the small condo, they used high-gloss sheets in the ceiling
of the living-dining area, and metallic square panels of varying sizes and
types in the walls.
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These varied
reflective surfaces bring a sense of expansiveness and broaden line of site in
the interior space. Photographs and other decorative items can be attached to
the metallic panels with magnets, turning each one into a unique “rectangular
flower” on the wall.
This rather
unusual idea creates an interest in the walls that goes beyond just a look;
where the intriguing and varying displays can become engaging conversation
starters. Unlike conventional art
display, and appropriately “doing” up a show flat, the design intends to diversely
reflect the original touches that residents can bring to their homes. For the
same reason, Yusaku Matsuoka architects leave the condo painted all-white – a
blank canvas, waiting to be filled with the personal touches of the new owners.
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The flip side –
the condo anyway offers very little wall space for art; with this innovative
idea, the architects cleverly draw the prospective owners’ attention away from
this fact, giving them food for new thought!!
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Fact File:
Architecture:
Yusaku Matsuoka / Yusaku Matsuoka architects and associates
Location:
Fukuoka-city, Japan
Principal Use:
Residence
Floor:
Solid-wood, tile
Wall: stainless,
galvanized-steal, vinyl Cross
Ceiling: Rigid
PVC sheet, Vinyl Cross
Total Floor Area:
49.57m2
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