Forest Within – A Retreat in Kitakaruizawa
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The house blends into the forest, lightly raised above the ground.
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Open kitchen and dining framed by curved glass and forest views.
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Exterior view showing the building’s fluidic form nestled in nature.
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The 'Forest Valley" with native planting and elevated roof above
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Open air bath with firepit overlooking the woodland terrain.
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Pool area defined by warm steam and tactile concrete surfaces.
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Forest Within – A Retreat in Kitakaruizawa
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Form development diagram based on site and program.
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Exploded axonometric showing the project’s material and structural systems
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Floor Plans
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