'Nojiri-ko Nature Platforms' Features a Cantilevered Storey
Joey Haar — April 21, 2018 — Art & Design
References: archdaily
In the vast majority of buildings, floors are evenly dispersed, but in 'Nojiri-ko Nature Platform', the architects decided to apply some creativity to the layout of levels. The winter cottage in Nagano, Japan, features an aggressively cantilevered top storey that is offset by different areas throughout the home that are at odd, half levels. For example, the home's kitchen is about three feet down from the upper level, meaning that the counter and dining area are even with the floor of the upper storey.
Part of the logic behind this forward-thinking design choice comes down to space efficiency. The cottage is on a relatively small plot of land, so intermingling the various rooms and floors allows for more usable space throughout the adobe. This also creates a cozier, more intimate feel in the entire building, which is appropriate considering its wintery purpose.
Image Credit: Jérémie Souteyrat
Part of the logic behind this forward-thinking design choice comes down to space efficiency. The cottage is on a relatively small plot of land, so intermingling the various rooms and floors allows for more usable space throughout the adobe. This also creates a cozier, more intimate feel in the entire building, which is appropriate considering its wintery purpose.
Image Credit: Jérémie Souteyrat
Trend Themes
1. Disrupted Floor Layouts - Innovative layouts that deviate from traditional even floor dispersion, such as cantilevered top storeys and odd, half levels, create unique and efficient use of space.
2. Space Efficiency in Small Plots - Designing buildings with interconnected rooms and floors maximizes usable space, particularly in small plots of land.
3. Intimate and Cozy Architecture - Creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere through creative floor layouts enhances the overall experience of a wintery building.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Construction - Architects and construction companies can explore innovative floor layouts to optimize space efficiency and create unique designs.
2. Residential Real Estate - Developers and real estate professionals can consider implementing creative floor layouts to maximize usable space in smaller residential properties.
3. Hospitality and Tourism - Hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals can incorporate intimate and cozy architecture with unique floor layouts to enhance the guest experience and attract winter vacationers.
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