A Home Where Kids Can Play and Families Connect: 'House of Play and Light' Open House in Annaka, Gunma
Ichii Home First-Class Registered Architect Office will host a special open house event for a custom-built home featuring an indoor slide and skip-floor tatami corner in Annaka, Gunma.
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Ichii Home First-Class Registered Architect Office (operated by Takizawa Kogyo Co., Ltd. / Takasaki, Gunma) will host the [Gunma/Annaka 'House of Play and Light' Open House] from Saturday, April 18, to Wednesday (Holiday), April 29, 2026, in Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture.
The home to be showcased is designed with the philosophy that 'a house should not just be a place to live, but a place for the family to enjoy their time together.'
It features a skip-floor tatami corner in the living room, an indoor slide connected to it, and a workspace on the second floor—adding a touch of 'fun' to everyday life. This newly completed residence will be open for a limited time exclusively by reservation from April 18 to April 29.
### For Child-Rearing Families, a House Evolves from a 'Place to Stay' to a 'Place to Grow Time'
In recent years, home building for families with children has increasingly focused not just on layout and performance, but on what kind of time the family can spend together.
Even in busy lives with dual incomes, people want to balance ease of housework with a rich time spent with children. They want a home where everyone can feel connected while doing what they love. The 'House of Play and Light' was planned to answer these desires.
For families in their 30s considering building a home near Takasaki, this event offers a concrete way to imagine how daily life can change, beyond just being an 'iconic home.'
### Highlight 1 | Skip-Floor Tatami Corner and Connected Indoor Slide
A symbolic feature of this home is the skip-floor tatami corner in the living room. A skip floor is a design method that creates height differences within the same space to add variety. It allows for distinct areas while maintaining a sense of connection without completely separating floors.
Connected to this tatami corner is an indoor slide leading into the living room. This idea came from the owner's request. While some general housing companies might find such custom features difficult, Ichii Home brings these 'fun' elements to life using its in-house construction system with its own carpenters.
It makes time spent at home fun for children and naturally brings smiles to the adults as well.
### Highlight 2 | Design Utilizing a Triangular Plot for a Sense of Space
This house is built on a characteristic triangular plot. Within the constraints of a narrow and limited site, the design successfully balances three elements: securing necessary space, maintaining family connection, and streamlining housework flow.
By designing naturally according to the site conditions, they achieved a residence that feels spacious despite being compact. By visiting, you can experience the visual flow and spatial connections that are difficult to understand from drawings alone.
### Highlight 3 | Second-Floor Workspace and Living with the Presence of Family
A small workspace is located around the atrium. It’s not as enclosed as a private room, but it’s a place where one can focus on reading, studying, or computer work. It allows for personal time while still feeling the presence of the family below.
The living room, tatami corner, slide, atrium, and workspace are loosely connected, giving family members a sense of being together even when doing different things.
### Highlight 4 | Kitchen with a View of the Sky and Smooth Housework Flow
From the kitchen, one can feel the sky through the windows in the tatami corner and the atrium. Feeling the light and sky while cooking adds a significant level of comfort to daily life.
Additionally, the laundry and dressing rooms are integrated to create a smooth flow for washing, drying, and storing. A mudroom at the entrance provides storage space, ensuring ease of use tailored to the rhythm of a child-rearing family.
This home is characterized by its blend of fun and practical features that reduce the burden of daily housework.
### Voice of Ichii Home Clients
Families in Takasaki who have built with Ichii Home shared their thoughts. One family noted, 'They worked closely with us from start to finish, so we could proceed with our home building without anxiety.' Another family mentioned the lifestyle change: 'With just one air conditioner, it’s warm even in winter, and our family mornings have changed.'
The common feedback is a high appreciation for Ichii Home's stance of thinking 'how can we make it happen' while staying close to the budget, lifestyle, and family's wishes.
The home to be showcased is designed with the philosophy that 'a house should not just be a place to live, but a place for the family to enjoy their time together.'
It features a skip-floor tatami corner in the living room, an indoor slide connected to it, and a workspace on the second floor—adding a touch of 'fun' to everyday life. This newly completed residence will be open for a limited time exclusively by reservation from April 18 to April 29.
### For Child-Rearing Families, a House Evolves from a 'Place to Stay' to a 'Place to Grow Time'
In recent years, home building for families with children has increasingly focused not just on layout and performance, but on what kind of time the family can spend together.
Even in busy lives with dual incomes, people want to balance ease of housework with a rich time spent with children. They want a home where everyone can feel connected while doing what they love. The 'House of Play and Light' was planned to answer these desires.
For families in their 30s considering building a home near Takasaki, this event offers a concrete way to imagine how daily life can change, beyond just being an 'iconic home.'
### Highlight 1 | Skip-Floor Tatami Corner and Connected Indoor Slide
A symbolic feature of this home is the skip-floor tatami corner in the living room. A skip floor is a design method that creates height differences within the same space to add variety. It allows for distinct areas while maintaining a sense of connection without completely separating floors.
Connected to this tatami corner is an indoor slide leading into the living room. This idea came from the owner's request. While some general housing companies might find such custom features difficult, Ichii Home brings these 'fun' elements to life using its in-house construction system with its own carpenters.
It makes time spent at home fun for children and naturally brings smiles to the adults as well.
### Highlight 2 | Design Utilizing a Triangular Plot for a Sense of Space
This house is built on a characteristic triangular plot. Within the constraints of a narrow and limited site, the design successfully balances three elements: securing necessary space, maintaining family connection, and streamlining housework flow.
By designing naturally according to the site conditions, they achieved a residence that feels spacious despite being compact. By visiting, you can experience the visual flow and spatial connections that are difficult to understand from drawings alone.
### Highlight 3 | Second-Floor Workspace and Living with the Presence of Family
A small workspace is located around the atrium. It’s not as enclosed as a private room, but it’s a place where one can focus on reading, studying, or computer work. It allows for personal time while still feeling the presence of the family below.
The living room, tatami corner, slide, atrium, and workspace are loosely connected, giving family members a sense of being together even when doing different things.
### Highlight 4 | Kitchen with a View of the Sky and Smooth Housework Flow
From the kitchen, one can feel the sky through the windows in the tatami corner and the atrium. Feeling the light and sky while cooking adds a significant level of comfort to daily life.
Additionally, the laundry and dressing rooms are integrated to create a smooth flow for washing, drying, and storing. A mudroom at the entrance provides storage space, ensuring ease of use tailored to the rhythm of a child-rearing family.
This home is characterized by its blend of fun and practical features that reduce the burden of daily housework.
### Voice of Ichii Home Clients
Families in Takasaki who have built with Ichii Home shared their thoughts. One family noted, 'They worked closely with us from start to finish, so we could proceed with our home building without anxiety.' Another family mentioned the lifestyle change: 'With just one air conditioner, it’s warm even in winter, and our family mornings have changed.'
The common feedback is a high appreciation for Ichii Home's stance of thinking 'how can we make it happen' while staying close to the budget, lifestyle, and family's wishes.