Shop gear from this episode of DIRT: https://bit.ly/4dbJG95  In our final episode in Japan, the DIRT team went road-tripping through beautiful, snowy Japanese landscapes—and tasting everything in sight. A crown jewel in the northeast corner of Japan, Hokkaido may be famous among skiers and snowboarders for the luscious "Japow," but way beyond the tourist trail there's a burgeoning new food scene and a unique and vibrant history. Though, if we're honest, Josh probably could've spent the whole trip carving up the mountain and been a happy camper.  Thanks to our friends at G-Shock for partnering with us on this episode of DIRT: https://bit.ly/3W3E5M6  Lean more about the soundtrack of DIRT here: https://bit.ly/44dspIA  Subscribe to the Huckberry YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/3xJBJYK  Shot and edited by WRKSHRT | https://www.wrkshrt.com/  Original Music Score by Actual Magic | https://actualmagic.co/  #adventure #food #japan #snowboarding #travel #culture

Tasting Hokkaido's Secret Food Scene & Exploring Japan’s Snow Capital | DIRT Japan: Hokkaido

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Crafted by James Stockwell Architect, Bunkeren could be the best modern house in the world. Considered more landscape than building, the concrete dwelling is a robust insertion within the surrounding natural context.  Embedded into a rocky forest edge just south of Newcastle, Bunkeren sits on the land of the Awabakal people. Externally, the building is reminiscent of the inspiring botanical garden that once occupied the location in the late 1800s; sprouting greenery covers the top of floating concrete platforms where, beneath, the internal spaces are held. A sense of architectural freedom is permitted by minimising necessary supporting columns and removing the need for load-bearing walls, lending structural significance and an impressive silhouette to what is considered the best modern house in the world.  A house tour of Bunkeren – named according to the Danish translation of ‘bunker’ – reveals the negotiated peaks and pitfalls of the bunker configuration. In materiality and position, the home expresses a reassuring invulnerability; partly shielded by the rocky landscape and comprised of concrete, Bunkeren can retain its structural integrity in the event of a bushfire or storm. Crafted by the architect to be low maintenance, the home does not require painting and cannot be eroded by mould or termites. The enveloping botanical element of the design supports the forest ecosystem and microclimates by interacting with natural species. James Stockwell Architect designs the interior to combat the limited natural light and ventilation associated with the architecture of a traditional bunker. Skylights and an internal garden draw light into the underground aspects of the home in an aesthetically engaging manner, whilst the elevated nature of the concrete platforms allows space for fresh air to travel through the dwelling.   The interior design of Bunkeren contributes to its potential as the best modern house in the world. Whilst utilising the work of local artists, James Stockwell Architect also takes care to reflect the influence of Danish design culture in consideration of the homeowners’ lifestyle. In application of the Danish principle of proportion, all decoration is scaled to human level, emphasising the togetherness of the family unit. The design also champions the Danish furniture inherited by the homeowners. A restrained approach to styling sees each space defined by a sense of intimacy, with the absence of elaborate ornamentation establishing an unimposing, experientially gentle atmosphere.   The most unique aspect of the home – through which James Stockwell Architects proposes Bunkeren as the best modern house in the world – is the cellar, situated at the lowest level. Inside the space, the rock into which the residence is settled within is left exposed, providing visual drama, natural tactility and a reflection of the external environment, blurring the line between the home and landscape. Warmed by the additional materials of wood, concrete and brass, the cellar exudes individuality.   In 20 years, the foliage surrounding Bunkeren will have grown, until the building cannot be clearly distinguished from its natural context. It is this foresight that allows Bunkeren to be considered the best modern house in the world.   00:00 - Introduction to the Best Modern House in the World 00:40 - The Concept  01:30 - Designing for Family and the Landscape 02:09 - House Inspired by Danish Design 02:25 - Intimate Spaces 02:44 - Bunker within the Landscape  03:20 - Benefits of a Concrete Bunker House 04:20 - Bringing Natural Light into the House 04:55 - The Cellar 05:30 - Materiality 06:12 - Indoor-Outdoor Living  07:05 - Highlights of the House 07:28 - The Architect's Favourite Part of the House  For more from The Local Project:   Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thelocalproject/  Website – https://thelocalproject.com.au/  Print Publication – https://thelocalproject.com.au/publication/  The Local Marketplace – https://thelocalproject.com.au/marketplace/   To subscribe to The Local Project's Tri-Annual Print Publication see here – https://thelocalproject.com.au/subscribe/   Architecture by James Stockwell Architect. Photography by Tom Ross. Build by Ledbury Constructions. Structural Engineering by PMI Engineers. Styling by Atelier Lab. Furniture Supplied by Spence & Lyda. Filmed and Edited by Cheer Squad Film Co.  Production by The Local Project.  Musicbed SyncID: MB01H23JOPP2DBM  #ModernHouse #HouseTour #Architecture #InteriorDesign #ModernArchitecture #Architect #ModernHome #ModernInteriorDesign #TheLocalProject #House #Home #Australia #AmazingArchitecture #DreamHouse

Is This the Best Modern House in the World? (House Tour)

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Lonely - Single by John Mark Nelson & The Nicholas

https://music.apple.com/us/album/lonely-single/1698618097

The Artist in the Ambulance (Revisited) by Thrice on Apple Music

https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-artist-in-the-ambulance-revisited/1659728720

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Nate Hanson

Just came across this series DIRT. Had to share. So good.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQ-vdiA1q5U

I always enjoy The Local Project and their videos. Great pacing. Very relaxing. Stunning spaces. https://youtu.be/N_UHTgGFTX8?feature=shared

2 more Record Club invites up for grabs:
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First snow of the year on Dec 1st. Woulda look at that!

I don't want to get "at least-ed" by AI. That's what real friends are for. 😅

About to start up ice hockey again. My body is not ready. 🫠

Life is full of ups and downs. What do you all do to help get through the lows?

How do you find new music to listen to? On specific platforms? Friends?

Saw a stand-up comedian tonight. So fun being in a room of people all laughing together.

Really digging this song: https://music.apple.com/us/album/lonely-single/1698618097

I rarely shared my work as an in-house designer over the past 10+ years. I jumped out on my own in May 2023 into the current chaos. Soooo... here's some recent work—custom type I created for Quello, a language learning app coming out (hopefully this summer).

What would you do with your time if you didn’t have to worry about money?

Loving the guitar growl on this revisited version. One of my all-time favorite albums.

https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-artist-in-the-ambulance-revisited/1659728720

Cosmos up for grabs https://www.cosmos.so/i/a39hyb

Came out of the backyard with some recycling when I saw a jogger running my way down the sidewalk. Instead of waiting like any normal person I ran out ahead of them. I sprinted with my cardboard boxes flailing to the bin. Tried not to make eye contact as they ran by.🤦‍♂️🫠

Not sure why I've been dragging my feet for so long to set up an LLC, but I'm finally doing it. Now what to call it...

Made a little update to my site. ✨https://natehanson.com

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