The Kuniga Coast features massive cliffs, with a unique caldera landscape rising 257 meters above sea level, where cattle and horses graze freely. If left untended, the mountain slopes would be closed off by forest. Instead, livestock grazing prevents trees from growing too tall, allowing the slopes to remain as perennial grasslands. This unique scenery results from both natural tectonic activity and selective human intervention.
A small degree of human involvement enhances the landscape, making its value more visible, akin to fundamental architectural concepts. Kuniga-so Inn offers an eloquent perspective on this, particularly room 211, in the southeast corner, where the panoramic view of the inner sea of Dōzen opens up, capturing the breeze entering the port. Our plan aims to maximize this viewpoint’s potential as a space to reflect on the island’s unique climate and history. The landscape shifts with every passing hour, from sunrise to sunset. By removing window frames and positioning the bed about a meter above floor level, guests can enjoy this spectacular scene all day.
Additionally, windows are strategically placed to enable ventilation from the north and south, creating a gentle airflow. Simple rattan screens soften the sunlight and make the invisible wind visible, imparting a sense of coolness. While preserving the straightforward structure of the existing building, the interior design is modest yet thoughtfully detailed to harmonize with the history of Kuniga-so Inn. The paint for the wooden elements was carefully tested to find the perfect tone, highlighting the nostalgic warmth of native Oki cedar wood.
"Jinakachi" is the name of a local wind that has brought ships into harbor since the Oki Islands’ prosperous era as a port for Kitamae ships. This wind that guides ships to safe harbor is the same wind that graces Kuniga-so Inn. May this place always remain a haven of tranquility for travelers.
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Valeria Tsikhinia
Design Manager- Interior Design | Design & Development
at Al Futtaim Real Estate
What a brilliant idea to remove the...
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Budiman Ong
Creative Director
at Ong Cen Kuang
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Lewis Lu
Head of Planning & Design Department
at Shenzhen Qianhai and Shekou Free Trade Zone Investment Development
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Julião Leite
Partner
at OODA
Smart use of diferent heights and g...
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Arjun Malik
Principal Architect
at Malik Architecture
6.5
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Alvaro Paredes Palacios
Principal and Partner
at The Designlab
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7.88

Peng Cai
Founder and Principal Architect
at Infinite
"A comfortable environment, a peace...
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7.63
Shelley Baxter
Design Director New York
at March and White
7.5
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Blair Cooper
Creative Director
at Seen Studios
7.5
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Designer
Client
Kunigaso
Floor area
69 ㎡
Completion
2024
Budget
200000€
Finishes
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