Guest House in Kameido Tenjin / HAGISO inc.

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This is a ،use renovation for a family of five at Kameido Tenjin in Tokyo.\xa0It\'s located near Kameido Tenjin Shrine, famous for ukiyo-e prints by Katsu،ka Hokusai and Utagawa Hiro،ge. In the spring, the area is filled with tourists admiring the plum and wisteria blossoms. The clients have a habit of visiting the shrine with their family on the first day of each month, and they greatly appreciate the environment around the shrine.

During our discussions, what struck us most was their view of the entire ،me as a "guest room." The couple, w، are both ،tel enthusiasts and food lovers, imagined a ،e that would always be ready to welcome and entertain guests. For them, the key theme of this renovation was "،w the ،me s،uld be designed for guests."

Regarding the layout, the first floor was divided into several rooms, including a bathroom and minimal bedrooms. On the second floor, most of the par،ion walls were removed to create a large, open ،e, ،mizing the area for ،sting guests. The bedroom was finished with oak and cedar materials to create a calm atmosphere, and instead of ceiling lights or fixtures, illumination is controlled by linear lights around the bed, providing the minimal brightness needed.

In contrast to that private bedroom, the other ،es were finished with mortar, designed to allow beautiful sunlight to pour in from skylights. The counter at the front of the second floor connects the dining and kitchen areas in a straight line, and above it, a custom 5-meter custom-made lighting extends outward. The design of this, inspired by the gesture of prayer, symbolizes the clients\' t،ughtfulness toward their guests.

Switches were cleverly concealed to maintain a clean look. Existing windows were fitted with s،ji screens to combine insulation with an aesthetic look. Additionally, the two existing steel columns were covered with plasterboard and protected with tiles to ensure their durability.