Japanese firm
Kamiya Architects has just completed the transformation of a 1982 residence by Arata Endo, one of Frank Lloyd Wright's disciples. Dubbed the
Hayama Kachi House, this cultural property located near the suburbs of Tokyo has been transformed into a hotel.
The entire process, according to
Designboom , took into account the importance of preserving architecture and the opportunity to redefine the historical value of Prairie-style homes. The design approach preserved the fundamental elements of the preexisting architecture, including the structural beams and the openings.
Taking into account the natural surroundings where the property is located, the architects opened up the outdoor terrace space to the landscape, creating a continuation between the interior room and the exterior.
Two stone block columns stand out as the main element of the terrace area due to their asymmetrical layout, a very striking characteristic of the Prairie style.
Because it uses handcrafted wood pieces, the design conveys a sense of warmth and nature, while a fireplace keeps the outside temperature at the right level, providing the possibility of long conversations, despite the changing seasons.
