R Gallery Ume ga Oka House Phase 6: A Modern, Energy-Efficient Family Home in Nagoya

The home features a spacious 4LDK+S layout with a total floor area of 104.35 square meters on a generous 169.29 square meter plot. A key highlight is the bright, open-plan living area enhanced by a double-height ceiling. The layout is designed for family interaction, with a face-to-face kitchen that allows parents to oversee the living room and children's activities. Every bedroom is equipped with storage, including a walk-in closet in the master bedroom capable of storing large items and futons. Additional practical storage solutions include an earthen floor storage area, ideal for items like umbrellas and strollers, and a deep balcony that ensures laundry dries efficiently.

The property is outfitted with high-quality, brand-name fixtures. The kitchen features a sleek and user-friendly LIXIL "ES" system kitchen. The bathroom is equipped with the LIXIL "AX" system bath, featuring easy-to-clean floors and insulation to prevent chilling in winter. The toilet is an INAX "Basia Pitafuchiresu" model with a rimless design for easier cleaning and efficient water use. The washbasin area uses the LIXIL "EV" system with an integrated countertop.

Constructed using a glued laminated timber post-and-beam method, the house offers a strong, durable, and flexible structure suitable for Japan's seismic activity. It achieves the highest seismic resistance grade of 3. Energy efficiency is a major focus, with features including spray foam insulation that offers 1.5 times the thermal performance of standard materials, aluminum-resin sashes with double-pane Low-E glass filled with argon gas, and a gas hot water floor heating system that provides clean, economical warmth. The home is also IoT-ready, featuring a smart electronic key for the entrance that can be operated via smartphone.