House in Niiza

A renovation of a 50-year-old terrace house in Niiza, Saitama. The interior was simplified to preserve its original character while highlighting the client’s curated objects. Shaped through a collaboration between architectural guidance and the client’s DIY efforts, the space maintains a unique tension between professional design and the owner’s personal touch. This approach fosters a deep connection to the ongoing acts of living, maintaining, and customizing, extending the design process far beyond the project’s completion.