Kazuma Yamao (waiwai)

Located in the residential area of Kokubunji, Tokyo, the Dimora Rossa multi-unit housing maintains a distance from the immediate urban fabric while encouraging proximity and interaction among residents in the interior. Like a sculptural object on display, the building stands apart from neighbouring buildings. Recessed balconies and windows reinforce the building’s self-contained character. The building offers a refuge from the demands of constant urban activity, but one that protects what is best about human connection.