Light Welling House Residence For Single Family

Light Welling House Residence for Single Family is an innovative architectural design project completed in Tokyo, Japan, that masterfully addresses the challenges of natural lighting in urban residential spaces. This single-family residence, designed by Japanese architect Teruo Miyahara, demonstrates exceptional ingenuity in maximizing natural light penetration within a constrained urban plot measuring approximately 57 square meters, with dimensions of 12 meters in depth and varying width from 6 meters at the street-facing northern edge to 2.7 meters at its southern terminus. The architectural solution centers around a revolutionary staircase design that functions as a light well, featuring perforated metal construction and glass wall enclosure, strategically positioned to optimize winter sun angles and distribute natural illumination throughout all levels of the residence. The three-story structure incorporates thoughtfully designed spaces, including a ground floor with independent bedroom and bathroom, a second floor featuring a main room with partial double-height ceiling extending to the third floor, and upper-level accommodations comprising a main bedroom and tearoom. The project's material palette is particularly noteworthy, featuring concrete exterior walls finished with lean mix acrylic paint that creates a distinctive black mottled effect through varying degrees of water absorption, complemented by zinc-coated steel sashes treated with phosphate for enhanced durability. The interior design emphasizes spatial continuity through the use of transparent glass partitions and Japanese paper blinds, while the predominantly white finish amplifies natural light distribution. This exemplary piece of residential architecture, which earned a Bronze A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category, represents a sophisticated response to urban dwelling constraints while maintaining high standards of functionality and aesthetic excellence.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: residential architecture, natural lighting design, urban housing solution, sustainable living space, innovative staircase design, Japanese contemporary architecture

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/103684

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