\u201cNokishita\u201d translates to the overhang of a Japanese roof<\/a>. Facilitating new arenas for interaction between residents and visitors, the covered areas sustained by said overhangs result in new transactional possibilities, where life may unfold below. With outward-extending articulated eaves representing a traditional element in Japanese architecture, such features are commonly found throughout residential design. All at once, the homes showcased in this collection display contemporary beauty while reflecting an ongoing commitment to tradition.<\/p>\n Beyond facilitating spectacular places for social interaction, deep overhangs result in a transitional boundary, and thus help smooth the connection between indoor and outdoor space. Such roofing structures block harsh summer sun and take warmly to winter sunlight, making these homes increasingly habitable and comfortable all year round. Reflecting the strength and subtly of the Japanese building aesthetic, each home is designed to maintain the elegance of the dwelling itself, while also deepening the vernacular of the surrounding townscape for decades to come.<\/p>\n Search for Roof Manufacturers<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a9 Takayuki Tomita Architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Takayuki Tomita Architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Takayuki Tomita Architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n House in Wakayama<\/b><\/a> by spray<\/a>, Wakayama, Japan<\/p>\n House in Wakayama was designed to host two families, consisting of four generations and eight people in total. The design features a large gabled roof made from titanium-zinc<\/a>, which covers the entire house. With the eaves forming verandas, the house not only feels more expansive than it is, buts also creates a homey and sheltered atmosphere for the many intersecting lives based at this site.<\/p>\n \u00a9 Mosaic Design<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Mosaic Design<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Mosaic Design<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n House in Yokawa<\/a><\/b> by Mosaic Design<\/a>, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan<\/p>\n Situated in a peaceful rural area, the elderly clients sought to live in a home that was spacious and calm. In addition they hoped to recall their past travels through stylistic diversity. Though each room has different dimensions, elements and roofing structures, the whole building forms a continuous doughnut-shaped space. In the central courtyard, eaves gather and overlap, creating extraordinary contour and shading.<\/p>\n \u00a9 Takumi Ota Photography<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Takumi Ota Photography<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Takumi Ota Photography<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n House with Dormer Window<\/b><\/a> by Hiroki Tominaga Atelier<\/a>, Gifu Prefecture, Japan<\/p>\n For this project, the architects sought to build a home that would add to the neighbourhood\u2019s vernacular and maintain enduring appeal. They decided to create a street-facing roof, and extend the eaves as long as possible toward the street. Combining large eaves with a traditional dormer window, this design merges elements that are famous in both the Japanese and European realms.<\/p>\n \u00a9 Yohei Sasakura<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Yohei Sasakura<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Yohei Sasakura<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Yohei Sasakura<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n Eaves Around House<\/b><\/a> by Masahiro Miyake (y+M design office)<\/a>, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan<\/p>\n Built for a family of four, a married couple and their children, Eaves Around House is formed through an arrangement of interlocking, low-rise units, which create a central area for congregation. The overlapping eaves cut strong sunshine in the summer and spread warmth to interior rooms in the winter. Through clearance gaps between eaves, residents may get a glimpse of Mt. Daimonji nearby.<\/p>\n \u00a9 mA-style architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 mA-style architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 mA-style architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n KOYA no SUMIKA<\/b><\/a> by mA-style architects<\/a>, Shizuoka-shi, Japan<\/p>\n An extension plan for a young couple\u2019s main residence, the clients sought new living spaces that would ensure comfortable and quiet experiences. Attached to the main house through a corridor, the new structure was completed with a V-beam roof truss that is composed of structural plywood<\/a> on both sides. With a stunning roof design that extends site lines both vertically and horizontally, the architects created a rich canvas upon which residents\u2019 imaginations may flourish.<\/p>\n \u00a9 Ohno Atelier<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Ohno Atelier<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Ohno Atelier<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n House in Fukutiyama<\/b><\/a> by Ohno Atelier<\/a>, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan<\/p>\n Envisioned as a small house for life after retirement, this design aims to immediately lighten one\u2019s mood and invoke relaxation. Deep eaves create shade and an area for refuge in the summer, while also allowing a cool breeze to rush through. Composed of familiar materials and shapes, the final design embodies a pleasant commitment to simplicity and functionality.<\/p>\n \u00a9 Atelier Haretoke<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Atelier Haretoke<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 Atelier Haretoke<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n Under Four Roofs<\/b><\/a> by Atelier Haretoke<\/a>, Kyoto, Japan<\/p>\n Inspired the work of Japanese painter Kaii Higashiyama, the goal was to create a building that resembled both a single structure and a whole townscape through the use of several roofs. Under the floating \u201cfour roofs,\u201d living spaces of various sizes are lined up in echelon form. Throughout the entire house, residents can feel the essence of Kyoto: The gable roof, deep eaves, slanted axis, local materials and handcrafted outer wall.<\/p>\n \u00a9 ALTS DESIGN OFFICE<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 ALTS DESIGN OFFICE<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n \u00a9 ALTS DESIGN OFFICE<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n Suehiro house<\/b><\/a> by ALTS DESIGN OFFICE<\/a>, Uchimaru, Japan<\/p>\n For this project, the architects sought to create a simple composition that would be open and permeable, while also providing family members with individual privacy. To blend with its surroundings, they chose to design a low-rise unit with large eaves, and a communal atrium at the center of the house. In its final form, Suehiro house is a space where family connection may grow.<\/p>\n Architects: Want to have your project featured? 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