Time, Activity, and Boundlessness are the 3 key words of the project. Time, the spaces and its divisions adapt freely to the growing child’s needs at different ages. Activity, the openness of the common areas and transformable tearoom cater to the homeowners’ love for family gatherings. Boundlessness, the family can engage in their own activities in different areas, but can always hear and see each other, allowing for spontaneous and casual conversations.

The free-flowing circulation and unique blocky designs of areas evokes the concept of ocean currents and isles, this is a home where dynamicity and freedom are the essence.

Niseko, Hokkaido is the homeowner’s favorite skiing destination, hence, the mid-20th century Japanese aesthetics becomes the residence’s key visual inspiration. Soft, rounded corners and edges on the ceilings are modeled after snow on rooftops. Walking along the living room brings to mind the imagery of Japanese streets, the lighting design at the bottom of the TV wall serves as a “landmark”, a spatial anchor to give context to the spaces. Additionally, the landmark creates a sense of ritual upon returning home, giving the family a comforting feel of home.

Currents and Isles feature 14 circulation axes, boasting exceptional connectivity between areas. Similar to water finding the shortest paths, the layout allows the people to use the most direct routes wherever they are in the residence.

The small multifunctional room can serve as storage, a children’s playroom, a yoga room, or a temporary bedroom. The tearoom at the end of the living room has a transformable sofa area that, when laid flat, turns the space into a Japanese-style guestroom.

The blocky isle designs of the areas allow family members to enjoy their own spaces but prevent total separation, creating a harmonious blend of privacy and togetherness. Various materials help separate private and common areas. Additionally, consistent material use along the same axes acts as an invisible guide, establishing natural divisions and intuitive wayfinding elements.

The children’s room has two doors: one to the master bedroom for easy parental care when they're young, and another to the dining room for more privacy and freedom as they grow independent.

A key point of the design is adaptability. The use of the spaces can be decided according to the needs of the family, as if the home is growing alongside the people organically. Despite the closeness of the neighboring buildings, the screens installed on the windows provide privacy without losing natural lighting. The large window in the bathroom of the children’s room, making the atmosphere of space refreshing, further enhances the quality of life. Additionally, only non-toxic materials are chosen for the project, giving the family the healthiest living environment.