位於沖繩的住宅 Nishizaki，為三位家庭成員的住所。建築座落於沖繩南部填海造陸的新興開發住宅區，北方為住宅區，擁有寧靜的居住環境；延著南側公路延伸可至不遠處的商業區，便利交通與多樣性的建設串連，形成相對嘈雜的環境。儘管沖繩充滿獨一無二的自然景觀，但已開發地區卻因為密集的建築群，形成熱鬧卻紊亂的地景，加上具有颱風氣候的因素考量，建築團隊 Studio Cochi Architects 便依據上述既有條件，規劃相應且舒適的住宅空間。

The Nishizaki House in Okinawa is a residence for a family of three. The building is situated on reclaimed land in a newly developed residential area in the southern part of Okinawa. The northern side is a residential area, offering a peaceful living environment, while the southern side, extending along the highway, leads to a nearby commercial area, providing convenient transportation and a variety of facilities, albeit in a relatively noisy environment. Although Okinawa boasts unique natural landscapes, developed areas are characterized by dense buildings, forming a bustling yet chaotic scene. Considering the typhoon climate, the architectural team at Studio Cochi Architects planned a corresponding and comfortable residential space based on these existing conditions.

團隊在設計這座建築前，知曉屋主期待擁有一座遠離城市喧囂、宛如城市綠洲的居住空間，於是建築師以引入自然風與光作為設計核心，顧及隱私的同時，盡可能提供一處平和、簡約的生活場地。建築呼應著基地輪廓，以矩形外觀成形，混凝土的立面量體形塑靜謐、素樸的個性，並將公共空間規劃於一樓，透過開窗盡可能地與周圍環境連結；私人空間如臥房和衛浴則布局於二樓，確保休息時能擁有充足的隱密性。

Before designing the building, the team understood that the owner wanted a living space that felt like an urban oasis, away from the city's hustle and bustle. Therefore, the architects centered the design on introducing natural wind and light, ensuring privacy while providing a peaceful and simple living space as much as possible. The building echoes the site's contour, forming a rectangular appearance. The concrete facade shapes a tranquil and plain personality, with public spaces on the first floor connecting as much as possible with the surrounding environment through windows, and private spaces such as bedrooms and bathrooms on the second floor to ensure sufficient privacy during rest.

為了引入更多的自然光和空氣，於是設計師將室內天窗、庭院設計配置於南、北向，以爭取更多敞開的退縮面積。庭院北面作為與室內榻榻米區、客廳起居連接的緩衝場域，使內部空間前的開窗面得到延展，便可一覽景致、讓自然光自由地照映而入，同時為空間創造了寬敞的視覺效果；相較於南端的庭院，則是在鄰房與樓梯之間開闢一處寧靜而堅實庇護般的緩衝區，可在這裡放置休憩的桌椅或造景作為休閒空間。當人們從外部進入室內拾級而上，便在行走寬敞階梯之餘獲得心境上的轉化。

To introduce more natural light and air, the designers positioned the skylight and courtyard in a north-south direction to maximize open setback areas. The northern courtyard acts as a buffer zone connecting the tatami area and living room inside, extending the window view in the interior and allowing natural light to freely illuminate, creating a spacious visual effect. In contrast, the southern courtyard forms a quiet and solid buffer zone between neighboring houses and the staircase, where chairs or landscape features can be placed for leisure. As people enter the interior from the outside and ascend the spacious staircase, they experience a transformation in mood.

前後院的門扇以斑駁的金屬作為主要材質，創造具時間感的一隅。室內懸挑留白的設計，平衡空間整體的和諧，賦予空間更通透的動線、使家人間互動更為緊密。空間中的家具大部分出自建築團隊的手工製作，不僅發揮當地的工藝特色，也可以減少對進口物件的依賴，溫潤的原木作為調和混凝土的冷調，為空間注入一絲柔和氣息。住宅 Nishizaki 透過設計，擴大自然元素在內部的流通性，創造更多與周圍環境的連結，同時減少高密度人口帶來的生活干擾，讓居住當中的人們感受大隱於市的適意，為心靈找到歸屬。

The doors of the front and rear courtyards are made of mottled metal, creating a sense of time. The indoor cantilevered design balances the overall harmony of the space, making the movement within more transparent and enhancing family interaction. Most of the furniture in the space is handmade by the architectural team, showcasing local craftsmanship and reducing dependence on imported items. The warm wood of the furniture softens the cool tones of the concrete, adding a gentle atmosphere to the space. Through design, the Nishizaki House enhances the circulation of natural elements within, creates more connections with the surrounding environment, and reduces the disturbances caused by high population density, allowing residents to feel the comfort of hidden tranquility in the city and find a sense of belonging for their souls.

Design | Studio Cochi Architects  @studiocochiarchitects

Photography | Ooki Jingu @ookijingu