NoMaDoS brings back the 44-year-old. apartment In Morioka
NoMaDoS designs The Cloister Home. Refurbishment 44 year old project apartment In Morioka, JapanThis was commissioned by a passionate wooden basket bag weaver. The owners' requests included a studio with a dirt floor, optimal use of space, and panoramic views of the river and city. The central living area is strategically arranged in a diagonal box, with elements such as the bathroom and bed concentrated. The design created a trapezoidal floor plan by creating a gap between the existing wall and the core space, creating a continuous corridor that wraps around the area. This configuration allows for flexible expansion and provides different perspectives of the outdoor landscape. Rather than strictly separating functions, furniture was arranged freely to take advantage of the original spatial characteristics.
All images are by Kentaro Yoshida
Renovation creates an adaptable and functional design
Living spaces encourage activities such as reading in the sunlight and experiencing different gradients of living conditions. nomados's design focuses on creating an environment that captures the essence of the changing seasons and landscape. The dirt floor space on the south side functions as a multifunctional area such as a studio, gallery, and dining space. Corridors balance openness with subtle concealment, gradually revealing deeper spaces. The built-in bed can be enclosed with a curtain, transforming it into a secluded, cave-like resting space. Pegwalls facilitate flexible mounting of tools, decorations and artwork, contributing to an adaptable and functional design approach.
Cloister Home, a 44-year-old apartment complex in Morioka, undergoes innovative renovation.
The main purpose is a studio with a dirt floor, effective use of space, and views of the river and cityscape.
The living area adopts a diagonal box-like shape to house important elements such as the bathroom and bed
A trapezoidal floor plan is created by creating a gap between the wall and the core space, creating a continuous corridor.
