Yama House
Nagano, Japan
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Residential
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2020
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Yama House is a luxury mountain retreat in Nagano designed by Saisei. Completed in 2020, it offers a harmonious blend of traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern sustainability practices. The home is designed to feel like a natural extension of its environment, with high-performance insulation and geothermal systems ensuring year-round comfort.
Details
- LocationNagano, Japan
- Year2021
- Bathroom3
- Bedroom4
- Total Land Size43,560 (1 acre)
- CategoryResidential
Main features
- Geothermal Heating SystemEfficiently heats the home during winter while reducing energy consumption by 50%.
- Locally Sourced Timber and StoneThe use of materials from nearby reduces transportation emissions and blends the home into its natural surroundings.
- Passive Cooling and Cross-VentilationDesigned to naturally cool the home during summer through strategic window placement and shading.
Saisei understood our desire to create a home that is both a sanctuary and an expression of the land. They transformed our vision into a living space that feels like an extension of the mountain itself. Every season brings a new experience, and we’re grateful for the attention to detail and craftsmanship that Saisei brought to Yama House.
Haruto Tanaka
Owner of Yama House
awards
- Japan Institute of Architects AwardExcellence mountain retreat design.2020
Global Architecture & Design Awards
Innovative use of natural materials.
2021
Asia-Pacific Property Awards
Eco-friendly mountain home design.
2020
Press
Kinfolk Magazine
Slow living in harmony with nature.
2020
Elle Decor Japan
Contemporary design in natural settings.
2021
The Modern House Journal
Integration with rugged landscapes.
2020
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