株式会社オブデザイン一級建築士事務所

The Lounge House — From a Landscape of Regret to a Home of Pride — In a dense neighborhood of small factories and houses in Tsubame City, the client, who runs their own factory, had long walked home each day— only to be greeted by a residence built two decades ago, a house constructed without much thought, now a source of quiet regret. This renovation project set out to transform that daily disappointment into a renewed sense of pride. Focusing primarily on the first floor, we reimagined the exterior and approach to harmonize with the industrial streetscape while establishing a composed and refined presence. Inside, we captured the mood of a downtown lounge—an atmosphere the client is particularly drawn to. A balance of quiet elegance and subdued glamour was key, realized through a careful selection of natural materials, each with its own texture and expression. Artisan-crafted plaster walls and layered indirect lighting create depth, softness, and a rich sense of spatial rhythm. Thermal insulation was upgraded, and all equipment systems were renewed, achieving both comfort and functionality. This is more than just a house. It is a personal lounge tucked into the edge of the city— a place where coming home feels like returning to something deeply one’s own. Completion｜May 2022 Location｜Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture, Japan Program｜Private Residence Structure / Method｜Wooden frame construction (post and beam) Floor Area｜— m² Type of Work｜Renovation Contractor｜Marumo Construction Co., Ltd.