Nestled at the foot of Mount Yatsugatake, Suashi no Ie (Barefoot House) blends traditional Japanese craftsmanship with sustainable living. The design by Japanese studio Sobokuya, inspired by the iconic Kiyomizu-Dera Temple in Kyoto, features a raised stone foundation supporting the house, preventing moisture buildup and creating pathways for air circulation.
Natural materials like Yatsugatake pine and chestnut wood enhance the space’s warm, regenerative atmosphere, while large sliding doors open to align with the treetops outside, creating the feeling of finding shelter in a treehouse.
In 2021, Sobokuya began work to create the regenerative home which, from its name to its materiality and construction, embodies the owner’s penchant for connecting with the earth and walking barefoot. The kakezukuri and nuki construction methods, traditionally used to stabilize buildings on uneven terrain, were adapted for this house, ensuring stability on the challenging landscape.
The foundation itself was crafted from natural stones, with charred wooden piles driven beneath them to support soil health. Pillars were carefully hand-carved to fit the irregularities of the natural stones. Carpentry techniques were further executed with great precision, using Yatsugatake pine for the powerful beams, and featuring the studio’s original wooden fittings throughout the house.
▲ 該設計不禁讓人們想起京都清水寺標志性的清水舞臺
the design evokes the iconic stage of Kiyomizu-Dera Temple in Kyoto
設計師還設計有露天觀景平臺,給業主提供充足的戶外活動空間。建筑內部應用了天窗和條形高窗,將自然光線柔和地引入室內,營造溫馨的氛圍。Suashi no Ie住宅的設計融合了傳統與現代的設計手法,外墻用石灰粉粉刷,打造明凈的建筑外觀,建筑內部的粗大木梁體現了傳統木結構的美感。該建筑因其完美的設計和木質材料的運用,使得人工與自然之間互為融合,遵循可再生設計原則。這種可再生設計的優點會隨著時間的流逝而顯現出來。
The house features solar water heaters, a wood boiler, and a custom-designed wood stove, all chosen to circulate and conserve energy efficiently, aligning with the home’s regenerative ethos. Inside, the spacious living room flows seamlessly into the kitchen, creating an open, airy atmosphere. Solid chestnut wood was used for the kitchen, emphasizing the natural texture of the wood, which will age gracefully over time. Custom-made storage units blend form and function, crafted specifically to suit the household. Large sliding doors made of wood open to views that align with the treetops, giving the impression of being in a treehouse.
The expansive open deck offers an awe-inspiring outdoor space, while the skylights and narrow windows invite natural light into the home, enhancing the warm and cosy atmosphere. The exterior of Suashi no Ie combines tradition and modernity. The outer walls, finished with lime plaster, give the house a clean and bright appearance, while the wooden beams of the ceiling emphasize the traditional aesthetic. With its thoughtful design and materials, Suashi no ie fosters a continuous cycle of regeneration between people and nature, ensuring that this relationship grows and evolves as the house ages.
▲ Suashi no Ie住宅(赤腳屋)將日本傳統建筑技術與可持續設計融合在了一起
Suashi no Ie (Barefoot House) blends traditional Japanese craftsmanship with sustainable living
▲ 該住宅設計了木質滑動門,從門口向外望去,可看到大面積自然景觀,視野開闊
from the large wooden sliding doors, the view aligns with the treetops
▲ 該住宅內部空間設計非常合理舒適,猶如樹林中的庇護所
the space creating the feeling of finding shelter in a treehouse
▲ 廚房裝修也采用木材,木色系成為廚房設計的亮點
solid chestnut wood characterizes the kitchen
▲ 住宅內部的各類家具經過設計師精心設計測量,外形和功能匹配度高
various custom-made storage options have been carefully designed with form and function in mind
▲ 屋頂曲木梁是Sobokuya工作室設計建筑的特點
the curved wooden beams are a characteristic of Sobokuya’s design
▲ 長條高窗設計使得室外光線柔和的照進室內
narrow windows allow soft light to filter in
▲ 建筑外墻的最外層覆有一層石灰膏
the outer walls, made from mortar, have a layer of lime plaster
▲ 該住宅的滑動門靈感來源于日本的傳統滑動門做法,即由特質木材配以磨砂玻璃制成的滑動門
inspired by traditional Japanese sliding doors, crafted from select wood fitted with frosted glass slits
項目信息:
項目名稱:Suashi no Ie住宅
建筑設計:Sobokuya建筑工作室
項目位置:日本
project info:
name: Suashi no Ie
architect: Sobokuya | @sobokuya.japan
location: Japan