'Abo Residence', a new family home in Nagoya, Japan, uses design and architecture to explore the horizontal. Though the home indeed occupies two stories, rather than being a bungalow, it nonetheless combines various aspects of its design and layout to create a modern and dynamic space.
One of the most noteworthy features of the home is its roof. The roof is completely flat, without any gables that traditionally top Japanese abodes, which is part of why it stands out within the neighborhood. Context aside, the roof is perhaps even more interesting because of its aggressive, angular overhang that extends around the entirety of the home. This creates a wraparound covered balcony that provides views of the surrounding environment. Positioned at the top of a hill, Abo Residence stands to benefit from these views.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Flat Roof Design
- Exploring the use of flat roofs in modern architecture, offering a unique aesthetic and functional advantages.
- Horizontal Space Optimization
- Utilizing design and layout strategies to maximize horizontal space in buildings, creating dynamic and modern living spaces.
- Wraparound Covered Balconies
- Incorporating wraparound balconies into architectural designs, offering panoramic views and enhancing the connection between indoors and outdoors.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Opportunity for architects and designers to experiment with unconventional roof designs and horizontal space utilization.
- Real Estate Development
- Opportunity for real estate developers to create innovative, modern homes that prioritize maximizing usable space and offer unique features.
- Construction Materials
- Opportunity for construction material manufacturers to develop materials that enable the construction of flat roofs and innovative balcony designs.
