Masakatsu Matsuyama
JAPAN
Meet Masakatsu Matsuyama - a powerhouse of good design, creativity and innovation based in Japan. Masakatsu Matsuyama's design journey has been nothing short of spectacular, marked by a tireless pursuit of excellence. This dedication is clearly mirrored in Masakatsu Matsuyama's impressive haul of 2 A' Design Awards that we showcase here. Spanning across categories such as Architecture, Masakatsu Matsuyama's work stands as a living testament to a steadfast commitment to design excellence, serving as a beacon of inspiration for designers globally. With each project, Masakatsu Matsuyama masterfully blends form and function, crafting designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and timeless. This approach underscores Masakatsu Matsuyama's celebration of creativity and an unyielding quest for innovation.
View Profile Consult Now Hire NowThis house for a family of four stands along a railway line in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. To adapt to the site's exposure to train noise, vibrations, and flood risk, reinforced concrete was used. The second floor cantilevers 5.6m toward the street and 3.2m toward the parking area, allowing for single-story-style living on the second level within a three-story structure. Plants are placed throughout the architecture, such as in gardens and terraces, creating spaces where greenery and the built form intertwine, blending the home seamlessly with nature.
|
|
It falls in an area of farmland, with the Omura Bay to the west and the mountains stretching majestically to the east. The building is a generous structure that allows visitors to feel the expansive landscape even when indoors: the large roof is supported by thin 75mm steel columns, and the glazed facade creates a visual connection between the vehicle delivery area and the surrounding landscape, enhancing the sense of openness. The thick roof and the series of thin columns accentuate the shingle surface of the roof, creating a subtle and tense appearance.
|
|
|