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ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House
2025

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ShokeiLoh : Kominka Innovation Model House

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Nihon Saisei Inc.

KOMINKA, an ancient Japanese folk houses in KAMIECHIGO, known for their robust and elegant structures with thick zelkova pillars and beams, are a hallmark of heavy snowfall regions, where snow accumulations can reach around 10 meters. By leveraging this unique characteristic and through innovations that utilize world’s cutting-edge technology and relocation, ShokeiLoh addresses common issues associated with KOMINKA, such as inconvenient locations, insulation and seismic concerns, and high costs. This enables us to provide younger and future generations with a sustainable and well-being-oriented lifestyle in KOMINKA in an ideal environment.

iF Gold Statement

Kominka applies a creative and thoroughly contemporary understanding of sustainability to the renovation of an ancient Japanese building. Its attention to material quality and architectural detail is remarkable. It perfectly balances the organization of the interior space with an appreciation of the landscape and adaptation to local climatic conditions. The interior is cozy and peaceful, an atmosphere conducive to shared experiences.
Client / Manufacturer
Nihon Saisei Inc.

Nihon Saisei Inc.

Tokyo, JP

Yamagishi Kenko Ltd.

Joetsu City, Niigata, JP
Design

Design Japan Inc.

Tokyo, JPKenji Sumi

Yamagishi Kenko Ltd.

Joetsu City, Niigata, JPYoshiharu Yamagishi, Hayato Maruyama
Date of Launch
2024
Development Time
up to 24 Month
Target Regions
Asia, Australia / Oceania, Europe, North America
Target Groups
Consumers / Users

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