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eme 157’s domehome emerges from foliage-covered brick house in spain
CategoriesArchitecture

eme 157’s domehome emerges from foliage-covered brick house in spain

By Zarkon Group,

EME 157 Studio’s DOMEHOME expands existing house in Aravaca

 

DOMEHOME project by EME 157 involves the expansion of a single-family home in Aravaca, Madrid, adding a new floor to accommodate an independent apartment for the family’s son. The renovation primarily focuses on transforming the previously unused terrace on the top floor into a habitable space. The design process begins with the consideration of the external appearance, emphasizing how to crown the existing brick house covered in vegetation. To maintain a balanced height without excessive increase, the design adopts a domed shape, allowing for increased internal height, spatial dignity, and reduced perception of height from the exterior.

 

The choice of cork for the new floor contributes to its distinctiveness, both in terms of materiality and insulation properties, contrasting with the solidity of the brick in the rest of the house. Zinc is employed for the vault, aligning with the overall design strategy. 

eme 157's domehome emerges from foliage-covered brick house in spain
all images by © Luis Asin

 

 

large circular skylight illuminates the house’s interior

 

The interior layout, driven by the desire to prioritize panoramic views, comprises 50 sqm on the ground floor housing the entrance, a bedroom, and a bathroom. The upper floor, spanning 130 sqm, is divided into private and public areas. The private zone features a bedroom and bathroom, while the public space integrates an open kitchen, dining room, and living room with expansive north-facing windows. A large circular skylight, originally illuminating the stairwell, floods the room with natural light.

 

Material simplicity characterizes the interior, with mortar floors, polished stainless steel for countertops and showers, and plywood and linoleum board for furniture. The design team at EME 157 experiments with the contrast between cold and warm materials. Exposed original concrete beams and pillars create a contrast with the new slender circular metal pillars painted in sky blue, seamlessly blending with the breathtaking views outside.

eme 157's domehome emerges from foliage-covered brick house in spain
EME 157 transforms a home in Aravaca, Madrid, adding a new floor for an independent apartment

eme 157's domehome emerges from foliage-covered brick house in spain
the architects crown the brick house with a distinctive domed shape covered in vegetation

eme 157's domehome emerges from foliage-covered brick house in spain
the renovation converts the previously unused top-floor terrace into a functional living space

eme 157's domehome emerges from foliage-covered brick house in spain
the domed design maintains a balanced height, offering increased internal space

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CASE-REAL transforms 80-year-old traditional japanese house into craft beer brewery
CategoriesArchitecture

CASE-REAL transforms 80-year-old traditional japanese house into craft beer brewery

By Zarkon Group,

craft beer Brewery by CASE-REAL

 

In Saga, Japan, a renovation project by CASE-REAL has transformed an 80-year-old traditional Japanese house into a craft beer brewery, named Whale Brewing. Yobuko, historically known for whaling during the Edo period and later famed for squid fishing, faces modern challenges like a declining population due to youth migration and numerous vacant houses. Given this context, the project was conceived with the aim of acting as a magnet for young people and rejuvenating the town. The chosen location for the brewery was an old traditional house along Yobuko Asaichi-dori, a street bustling with local seafood and goods stalls each morning. This aging house had been abandoned, suffering from leaks, facade deterioration, and structural issues. However, after the interior was dismantled, it revealed a sturdy structure, around nine meters tall, with hidden potential.

CASE-REAL transforms 80-year-old traditional japanese house into craft beer brewery
the goal of this project was to breathe new life into the town, all images by CASE-REAL

 

 

a New Landmark in Yobuko

 

After extensive discussions with clients, the architects at CASE-REAL chose to incorporate the existing strengths of the house into the new brewery design. The building’s layout features a storefront area with a ceiling on the facade side, while the brewing space utilizes the generous height of the second floor through an open atrium. A continuous glass facade spans both levels, offering a view of the street that showcases the robust beams and the brewery ambiance, despite the ceiling variation in the store area. To accommodate ground conditions, the floor plan includes a sloped design that connects the elevated rear of the building. Stainless steel was selectively utilized for elements like the counter and handles, maintaining a cohesive material theme in line with the brewing tanks. Certain façade pillars, essential for support, were crafted from solid Japanese cypress, accentuating the space’s height and adding a distinctive touch. The incorporation of rounded shapes in the pillars and counter edges was intentional, aiming to introduce a sense of softness and effectively merge structural elements with the overall design.‘By combining the new functions of the brewery with the original characteristics of the building, we hope that this will become a new landmark in Yobuko, firmly rooted in the local community,’ shared the architects.

CASE-REAL transforms 80-year-old traditional japanese house into craft beer brewery

CASE-REAL transforms 80-year-old traditional japanese house into craft beer brewery
the brewing space utilizes the generous height of the second floor through an open atrium

CASE-REAL transforms 80-year-old traditional japanese house into craft beer brewery
the new structure blends the brewery’s functionalities with the house’s original features

CASE-REAL transforms 80-year-old traditional japanese house into craft beer brewery

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