Behind the Stone Facade: A Japanese-Inspired Urban Sanctuary

From the street, Stealth by APOLLO Architects & Associates reads as a solid stone block, its slate-gray facade giving nothing away.

The design prioritizes privacy, yet once inside, the home reveals itself as a light-filled sanctuary shaped by Japanese sensibilities. Minimalist lines, natural materials, and carefully framed garden views echo traditional Japanese architecture while reinterpreting it in a modern context.

The interior flows seamlessly between indoor and outdoor spaces, with walnut-paneled ceilings, stone walls, and sliding glass panels that open to a terrace and infinity pool. Louvers filter sunlight in rhythmic patterns, evoking shoji screens, while subdued colors and uncluttered layouts reinforce a sense of calm. This balance of concealment and openness captures the essence of Japanese design, turning Stealth into a private urban retreat that feels more like a serene villa than a city home.

Photography: Masao Nishikawa

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