https://www.architecturalrecord.com/rss/2259 en-us A 21st-century twist on an early Corbusian concept creates a roomy, comfortable spatial arrangement for a young family—indoors and out—in Tokyo.

]]> http://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11602 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/11602-helix-house-by-makoto-takei-chie-nabeshima Helix House The house is elevated on piloti and clad entirely with louvers for privacy. Photography © Daici Ano Helix House Covered with sand, the outdoor space is ringed by a ramp leading toward the main entrance. Photography © Daici Ano Helix House Covered with sand, the outdoor space is ringed by a ramp leading toward the main entrance. Photography © Daici Ano Helix House Similar to a traditional Japanese engawa porch, the ramp doubles as extra seating or lounging space. Photography © Daici Ano 1604-Record-Houses-Makota-Takei-Chie-Nabeshima-TNA-Tokyo-Helix-House-05.jpg Helix House TNA created the main furnishings, which include a leather sofa designed to sit comfortably against the ramp and a 9-foot-long dining table that converts easily for family Ping-Pong matches. Photography © Daici Ano Helix House Upstairs, a communal desk for the children parallels the ramp. Photography © Daici Ano Helix House Like a compact cabin on a boat, each sleeping berth consists of a built-in-bed and storage. Photography © Daici Ano Helix House The teak ceiling in the master bedroom conceals a TV supported by a steel frame. Photography © Daici Ano Helix House Image courtesy Makoto Takei + Chie Nabeshima / TNA Helix House Image courtesy Makoto Takei + Chie Nabeshima / TNA Helix House Image courtesy Makoto Takei + Chie Nabeshima / TNA