The house is built on a land with a busy road to the west, houses to the north and south, and wetland and forest to the east. The west, south, and north sides of the house are closed off, and along these sides, water and storage rooms are arranged in a U-shape to create a "place of defense. In contrast, the "place of offense" has large openings and top lights on the east side to actively bring in wind and light.

Japan | Hokkaido

Jutakutokushu October 2006 issue 128P