House in Nishitanabe, We received a request for a detached house in a conveniently located area in Osaka City. The surrounding area permits the construction of large buildings such as condominiums, and visibility from neighboring houses is a matter of concern.
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The client wanted a space design that was not based on a standard floor plan, so we decided to propose a design that would allow for impressive views of the sky in the middle of the city. To bring light into the center of the building, we proposed a plan to install a circular skylight with a view of the sky and arrange a spiral staircase around it.
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As you climb the spiral staircase, you will find a series of rooms stacked in a split-level configuration, gradually ascending upward. Climbing the spiral staircase, one finds rooms stacked in a skip-floor style, gradually rising upward.
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The spiral staircase leads to the living room, which is connected to a work space on the mezzanine level, accessible via a staircase. By connecting all the floors with a spiral staircase, we created a space that allows one to enjoy moving around the house.
Project Info
Architects: FujiwaraMuro Architects
Country: Japan, Osaka
Area: 47 m²
Year: 2024
Photographs: Toshiyuki Yano
Anastasia Andreieva is an accomplished Architectural Projects Editor at Arch2O, bringing a unique blend of linguistic expertise and design enthusiasm to the team. Born and raised in Ukraine, she holds a Master’s degree in Languages from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Her deep passion for architecture and visual storytelling led her to transition from translation and editorial roles into the world of design media. With a keen eye for conceptual clarity and narrative structure, Anastasia curates and presents global architectural projects with precision and flair. She is particularly drawn to parametric and digital design, cultural context, and emerging voices in architecture. When I’m not analyzing the latest architectural trends, you’ll probably find me searching for hidden gems in cityscapes or appreciating the beauty of well-crafted spaces. After all, great design—like great connections—can be found in the most unexpected places. Speaking of connections, because architecture isn’t the only thing that brings people together.