A Modest Home in Maebashi - Remodelista
In the heart of Maebashi, a residential district in Gunma, Japan, lies Tsuduri No Ie. Built by Mikiya and Saori Ueki of Studio Synapse, Tsurdi No Ie plays off contrast, with white-washed walls, earthy wood floors, a stainless kitchen, and an unexpected antique dining table and chairs. The kitchen opens out into the main living and dining room of the house. Both the interior and surrounding walls of the courtyard are made from whitewashed oak paneling. A dark and narrow hallway opens into the bright outdoor space. A minimal bedroom with three small square windows. The long and narrow bath features dark green tile and a glass shower surround. The entry way features a modern metal-plated step which opens onto a wooden hallway. Olive branches and a potted hydrangea in the light-filled courtyard. A compact office space receives natural light through a sliding glass door. The dark exterior of the home is a stark contrast to the whitewashed interior walls.