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Three Layers of Consecutive Rahmen Frames（〇：Rahmen Joint、Other：Pin joint）
Realizing a Full Opening with three Layers of Consecutive Rahmen Frames
This “House in Gotokuji” in a quiet urban residential area was designed to be build on a small, narrow block surrounded on three sides by residential buildings. Three layers of three consecutive Rahmen frames installed using Node.Rigid connectors enable a full opening that allows for a bright internal space. Inside the full opening, a continuous staircase runs through the three stories with a landing on each floor. By making the landing floor boards function as strong horizontal structural surfaces, it allows the realization of a large void.
House in Gotokuji
Architectural Design：NAYA architects
Structural Design：KMC Ken Kamachi
Total Floor Area：94.98㎡
Floor：3 above ground
Structure：Wood
Building Function：Residence
Location：Tokyo
Photography：Makoto Yoshida（1-7）
Connectors Used
Node.HSS Beam end connector for small-scale structures
Node.Column Column head and foot connector
Node.Fastener Configurable for other types of connectors and various fasteners
Node.Rigid Rahmen joint connector
Face.Plane Connector used to construct high bearing-force horizontal or vertical structural surfaces