This article describes the renovation of a 90-year-old house in Kamakura, Japan, into an atelier, focusing on preserving its historical elements. Instead of painting the repaired framework, the architects left the reinforcements visible to symbolize the coexistence of the old and new. Materials were chosen for their longevity, such as Yakisugi for the exterior and antique elements from the clients' past. The design also emphasizes continuity between indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a harmonious environment that connects the clients to their history.
In transforming the 90-year-old house, we retained the existing frameworks without paint, preserving the building's history and blending old elements with new to reflect permanence.
The selection of materials such as Yakisugi and antique frames was integral in harmonizing past experiences with the present, allowing clients to feel the accumulated time.
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