Kyomachiya
Narrow plans, earthen walls and timber lattice. Consider roof and gutter pathways, framing and concealed floors.
Protect what cannot be replaced.
Original timber, skilled joinery and cultural significance deserve informed, careful intervention. Continuous monitoring brings concealed conditions into view.
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Preservation is where our story begins.Our pilot machiya / Kyoto
01 / JAPAN’S BUILDING TRADITIONS
Each structure tells a different story.
Temples & shrines
Complex roofs, broad eaves, hidden gutters and irreplaceable craft call for coordinated, sensitive sensor placement.
Kominka
Heavy timber frames and traditional roofs experience seasonal humidity and changes in ventilation or plumbing.
Kura & timber residences
Limited ventilation, condensation and ageing services can create concealed moisture conditions.
02 / PRESERVATION FIRST
Protect more by disturbing less.
Opening up original fabric to look for a problem is itself an intervention. Monitoring concealed spaces shows where investigation is warranted, so fewer areas need to be disturbed to find out. It does not replace conservation inspection; it helps the specialist decide where to begin.
Look below the surface
Monitor relevant concealed spaces rather than relying on visible staining or odour alone.
Respect original fabric
Plan sensor attachment and access with the responsible building specialist.
Keep a record
Compare conditions before and after investigation or repair to inform continued care.
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