This luxury residence is located on top of a cliff in Hayama, overlooking Sagami Bay with a spectacular view of Mt. Fuji. The house incorporates the unique characteristics of Japan while taking full advantage of the site.
The concept is to interconnect architecture, art and nature while integrating the exterior space harmoniously with the house.
The theme is Japanese Modern, using 1925 Art Deco linear design as its base, incorporating traditional Japanese construction features of eaves (“hisashi”) and sliding screens (“fusuma”) within the structure. The mission is to seamlessly blend the indoor and outdoor living spaces.
To take advantage of each room having a view of Mt. Fuji, we placed a 15-meter pool in the center of the courtyard, which can be used for swimming in the summer, and enjoyed as a reflecting pool in the winter.
Each bedroom is furnished with an en-suite bathroom, providing privacy and comfort for both residents and guests.
Japanese materials were selected for the bathrooms, the walls and ceilings are clad in cypress wood, and the bathtub made of granite. Open the large glass sliding doors for direct access to the pool.
The hallway was designed to display artwork, a home gallery for residents to enjoy rather than used simply as functional passageway with enclosed walls.
The second floor living room, dining room and kitchen are each separate areas, divided using the traditional Japanese method of sliding screens (fusuma), but when the sliding doors are open, all of the rooms, inclusive of the terrace, integrate to one, creating a unified space throughout the floor.
The expansive living room, dining room and kitchen, which spans approximately 23 meters in length, are purposefully designed with a variety of lifestyles in mind.
From the living room, one not only has a view of Mt. Fuji, but also of the town of Hayama and Sagami Bay.
Open all the corner-positioned sliding glass doors, you will feel as if you are sitting under a shaded tree in a forest, that the building itself is at one with nature.
Enjoy the panoramic view from the rooftop sun deck.
VHV’s design, structure, and amenities are a triad with a built-in 2-car garage, home elevator, a high standard of energy-saving grade 4 and earthquake-resistance grade 3. The house not only connects with its natural surroundings, but also takes into account diverse lifestyles through the meticulous selection of furniture and art,which add color to home life. This is a next-generation residence built to make life more enjoyable, beautiful, and rich.
This project was presented in full CGI during the basic design phase.
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Entryway: The wall of the entrance is rounded as a gesture to guide people towards the door
The large eave finishesthe concept
Open the large sliding doors for direct access to the pool
A 15-meter long pool extends in a straight line, seamlessly connecting each room to the outdoors
Louvered railing provides privacy
View of the staircase from the foyer
Louvered staircase and fixtures
Heavy double doors for a grand entrance
DOOR DESIGN DETAIL
View from the foyer to Bedroom No.1
Bedroom No.1: All the furniture is custom-made, creating a sense of uniformity
All bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, complete with sink, shower and toilet
View from the foyer to the hallway
Bedroom No.2: Close proximity to the pool creates a seamless flow to the outdoor space
Theme: Fusion of architecture and art
Enjoy artwork as you walk through the hallway gallery
Master bedroom opens up to more artwork
Traditional “old fashioned” Japanese lock
Master bedroom: Room with the best views
Master bedroom: Bathroom designed with refined materials and fixtures
The mirror looks as if floating in the air
Aura of luxury
MIRROR DETAIL
Shower: Design integrated with washbasin
Toilet: Design integrated with washbasin
Walk-in closet: Attached to the master bedroom
Commanding view of Mt. Fuji from the master bedroom
Overview: Courtyard
Bath: Japanese-style bathroom designedin cypress and granite
Sliding doors allow for direct access from bathtub to pool
Dressing room with convenient built-in storage for effortless organization
Japanese-style bathtub details
JAPANESE BATH DETAIL
Commanding views of Mount Fuji even from the bathroom
Large FIX in front of the staircase on the 2nd floor
A panoramic view of Hayama greets you
Staircase leads to the 2nd floor study
Study with ensuite bathroom,similar to bedroom layouts
Enjoy every detail of space by placing artwork in the hallway
Laundry room inclusive of dryer
Enjoy the 2nd floor hallway gallery as well
Powder room: Adorn with artwork for refinement
Kitchen and dining room can be closed off with sliding doors
Designed for versatile use
Sliding doors open to the hallway
Dining room: Custum designed, Marble table and wooden bench
Kitchen: Custom designed, clean and organized look
Pantry: Ease of use in mind, movable shelves, and ample storage space to keep clutter out of sight
From the dining table to the hallway and terrace, views of the living room, dining room and kitchen
Floor plan to integrate all the rooms and the 23-meter-long outdoor space
View of the terrace and living room from the hallway
Terrace: French blue accent wall and built-in bench
Outdoor space between the living room and kitchen/dining room to enjoy the open air
Terrace with spectacular views of Mount Fuji and the surrounding area
Living room: Architecture that embraces furniture, fireplace and artwork
Space designed for daily living while taking advantage of spectacular views
Living room area: Sliding doors open for a seamless connection to the outdoors
150-inch retractable screen embedded in the ceiling to be used with a home projector
View of the terrace, dining room and kitchen from the living room
Openspace concepthouse surrounded by lush green landscape
Rooftop sun deck and outdoor seating
Spectacular views from the rooftop
Night view of the facade
Night view of the garage: Ceiling height 3 meters, 2-car garage
Elevator accentuates vertical flow lines
Night view of entryway
Night view of pool: Linear lighting illuminates the pool
Night view of the courtyard
Night view of the bathroom
Night view of the pool: Lighting from the pool illuminates each room
Night view from the terrace: View of the living room from the 2nd floor terrace
Night view from the terrace: Terrace that functions as both an exterior and semi-interior space
Night view from the terrace: View of Mount Fuji from the terrace
Night view from the living room: A space in which the fireplace is in harmony with the exterior scenery
Night view from the living room: View of Hayama from the living room
Night view from the living room: View of Mount Fuji from the living room
Night view from the living room: For a continuous flow from the indoors to the outdoors, open the sliding doors to take in the view of Mount Fuji
A space to enjoy architecture, art and nature
ECOSMART DETAIL
Custom-designed bookshelf made with H‐section steel, indirect lighting softly illuminates artwork and books
Wood deck and railing on the 2nd floor terrace that may seem simple in concept, but attainedafter extensive planning
