BIG’s plan prioritizes the natural landscape, offering sweeping views of the sea and restoring the undulating landscape.
The round 360 villa is situated at the highest level and offers a central courtyard for privacy.
With mossy pathways and trees that change color, it’s an immersive experience with nature.
These single-story dwellings are an homage to Japanese craftsmanship.
Sustainability is also important to the design.
The curved clay walls are formed using a traditional rammed earth technique with soil collected on-site.
Maybe that’s why when I go to Japan, I always feel like I’m coming home.
The site, which is spread across nearly 7.5 acres, will break ground later this year.
NOT A HOTEL Setouchi is a new project by BIG on a remote island in Japan.
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Each dwelling is an homage to Japanese craftsmanship.
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