Studio Aluc Transforms Century-Old Kyoto Machiya Into Serene Ryokan Retreat

SummaryStudio Aluc renovated a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya into the Nazuna Higashihonganji ryokan hotelThe design preserves timber, earthen walls and reclaimed materials while adding modern comfortsFeatures include open-plan dining, hinoki baths, duplex rooms and tansu staircases, blending tradition with hospitalityStudio Alucs design for the Nazuna Kyoto Higashihonganji ryokan hotel reimagines a historic machiya townhouse into a tranquil retreat that harmonizes traditional craftsmanship with con...