Futtsu Weekend House

PrizeShortlist in Build (architecture)
CompanyAtelier MEME
ArtistAtsuyuki Yagi
CategoryProfessional
Design TeamHiroyuki Kurashima, Masaki Okuno
CreditView from the sky to the south. Roofs are constructed like the blades of a windmill.
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The Futtsu Weekend House, set amidst Tokyo Bay, Mount Fuji, and lush mountains, offers a retreat from city bustle. Its design, with a windmill-shaped roof creating spacious under-eave areas and an open, one-room layout, embraces the occupants and the surrounding nature. Exposed structural elements enhance this connection, providing a tranquil space for sea gazing and gatherings. As a beloved sanctuary, it promotes weekend rejuvenation, seamlessly blending architecture with the natural landscape.

Bio
Embracing the theme of "gentle architecture," Atelier MEME explores the role of architecture in contemporary society. In recent years, the firm has focused particularly on educational facilities, working on various projects including universities, specialized schools, and kindergartens.