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The prefab modular Japanese style Zenkei villa or country house (Japanese for, the entire form, the perfect form) is designed with only one goal in mind, connecting nature and living space. The Zenkei villa or country house is designed in a way the construction actually consists of two separate cocoons. The inner cocoon can be opened or closed by means of double insulated translucent shojii style (Japanese latticework) sliding doors. The outher cocoon or engawa (covered balcony), is also enclosed by sliding doors with double insulated glazing, which can be opened to invite nature into our living space. This combination of interconnected "cocoons" ensures a very high insulation rating. Through the use of translucent and "honest" materials like wood and glass we have created an extremely bright, open and natural environment. Because of the double roof the Zenkei villa features fairly high ceilings which benefit the sence of spaciousness in this design.

Buffer Zone The Japanese style Zenkei country house is based on an ancient Japanese theme and successful concept, but constructed in modern design with robust materials using modern time techniques. The Zenkei villa is modular designed. This means that the construction consists of several interconnected modules or parts of 900 x 600 cm. each, equipped with a so-called buffer zone or engawa. The building can therefore easily be extended. The resulting space is easely modifiable to your needs and wishes.

Zinc or Copper By applying traditional Japanese ceramic roof tiles, the Zenkei villa has an overall Japanese look and feel. It is of course possible to fit the Zenkei villa with other interesting, less traditional roofing materials such as modern roof tiles, zinc or even copper. A zinc or copper roof has a very long lifespan, gains beauty over the years and gives the building a totally exclusive, luxurious touch. Our Japanese style villa's, pavilions and bungalows can be build to order in various wood types and configurations. Obviously Yokoso Japanese Gardens only uses certified materials of the highest quality.

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The Japanese style country house Zenkei is supplied as casco construction, built from only the very best materials. To be able to guarentee a high degree of authenticity and quality of the design and construction only traditional materials, jointing and techniques are used. All walls, roof and flooring of our country houses, garden houses and pavilions are double insulated. On request preparations for gas, water, electricity and sewerage can be build into the construction. Our country houses, garden houses and pavilions are provided as "shell". This means that no partitions or compartments have been made in the building. Obviously this can be adapted on request. Any windows, skylights and sliding doors are fit with double insulated glass. The inner core of the construction is "sitting" on a concrete foundation while the outer construction (engawa) is "standing" on granite supports that are placed under the lower part of the vertical posts at ground level covering the anchorage to the foundation and at the same time protecting the wooden beams from moisture.

Modulair design The Japanese style country house Zenkei is a prefab modular design. The modules are 600 x 900 cm each and can be combined to expand the building. This way we are able to alter the floorplan and final shape to your needs.

Maintenance
The Japanese style country house Zenkei is made of natural wood. Natural wood will greatly determine the strong natural character of the building. The various wood types are treated in different ways so that the elements and insects like termites, beetle and woodworm will have no influence on the construction. Over time, however, a natural discoloration may occur. The wood will eventually turn grey which in no way will affect the quality of the wood. If you want to avoid this aging please be sure to treat the wood with a natural oil on regular basis. Yokoso Japanese Gardens builds country houses, garden houses and pavilions that will last for decades and will gain beauty over the years. In short, your Japanese style country house Zenkei will make a very good investment.

Foundation The foundation for the The Japanese style country house Zenkei should be determined depending on the location the building will be installed. Preparations for gas, water, electricity and sewer must be determined and finally constructed depending on the application and use of the building. Research into and implementation of facilities for gas, water, electricity and sewage in the foundation are not included in the base price of the building.

Permits In general you will need a permit from your local municipality to build a country house, garden house or pavilion on your property. Please inform yourself with an expert regarding the policy of your residence before proceding to order your Japanese style country house Zenkei. More information and regulations on the placement of a building can be found on the website of your Ministry of Environment.

Extra options • All country houses, pavilions and garden houses are built with prefab modular elements.
• All elements can be fitted with a closed walls, sliding doors or double insulated glazing.
• Seperation walls and Oriental shutters can be placed to devide the space into smaller rooms.
• All country houses and pavilions are build with Oregon Pine, Western Red Cedar and White Birch.
• Roofs can be fitted with wooden shingles, traditional Japanese ceramics tiles, zinc or copper.
• The wooden skylights can be replaced with double insulated glass panels. (double roof only).
• We can also supply traditional tatami flooring in various thicknesses, colors and designs.
• Other adjustments and configurations of the construction and dimensions on request.

Measurements

Overall Sizes	Length:	Width:	Height:
Left wing	2700 cm	900 cm	600 cm
Right wing	1200 cm	900 cm	600 cm
Left roof	2820 cm	1020 cm	350 cm
Right roof	1260 cm	1020 cm	350 cm
Veranda width	130 cm
Ground level
Living room	1320 cm	860 cm	540 cm
Kitchen	580 cm	420 cm	260 cm
Hallway	580 cm	280 cm	260 cm
Office	720 cm	720 cm	260 cm
Bathroom	720 cm	280 cm	260 cm
Bedroom	860 cm	720 cm	260 cm
Bedroom	720 cm	280 cm	260 cm
First floor
Atrium	580 cm	580 cm	280 cm
Hallway	580 cm	280 cm	280 cm
Bedroom	580 cm	280 cm	280 cm