Working on old structures is complicated, so it was important for him to find the right people for the job. “When renovating old structures, highly skilled carpenters are essential. For this project, we collaborated closely with such experienced craftsmen to bring the design to life,” Mandai shared.
This is not the only old building he is renovating. Apart from several seaside residences in Hokkaido that, like this house, are nestled in nature, he is also renovating a ryokan (traditional Japanese inn). “What we seek to explore through our work is architecture that connects deeply with nature, history, and culture,” he expounded, describing his ethos.
For Terrien and Go, their weekend home embodies all of these tenets. They have filled it with many meaningful objects, turning it into a personal space. The walls are coloured with artwork, including a washi (traditional Japanese paper) piece from Mino in the sunroom, where an Akari 1AG lamp by Isamu Noguchi animates a corner. In the living area, a Pumpkin armchair by Pierre Paulin for Ligne Roset has been upholstered in a tone similar to the surrounding timber.
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