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    A Home for Living with Antiques × Traditional Japanese House

    A Home for Living with Antiques

    Living with antiques allows you to craft a personalized space filled with character, surrounded by time-tested furniture, lighting, fixtures, and curios. Combining textured materials like solid wood, tile, plaster, and reclaimed timber creates a warm, settled atmosphere even in new builds. Embracing small imperfections, uneven tones, and natural aging adds a deep sense of affection over time. Pairing antique pieces with modern amenities and simple layouts creates a dialogue between old and new. We present homes where timeless beauty is cherished as part of daily life.

    Traditional Japanese House

    Traditional Japanese houses utilize natural materials like wood, earth, and paper to create a lifestyle where you feel light, breeze, and seasonal shifts. Spatial compositions that gently link inside and outside—such as deep eaves, verandas, shoji screens, tatami mats, and garden connections—embody wisdom for enjoying the four seasons. Incorporating traditional motifs and materials while adapting to modern living creates a quiet, comfortable environment that goes beyond mere oldness. Savoring wood expressions, shadows, and garden viewing brings Japanese richness to daily life. Here, we introduce traditional Japanese houses that harmonize with nature and stay close to seasonal changes.

    Find Architectural Projects for A Home for Living with Antiques and Traditional Japanese House

  • Minimal Renovation of a Single‑Family Rental House | The Rented House|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    Patterned wallpaper enriches the entry hall. The entry floor received a mortar finish applied over the existing tiles.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    DIY
    Compact House
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Income Property
    Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Retro Modern
    Low Cost
    Showa
    Retro
    Antique
    RentedHouse
    ForRent
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    A floor was installed across the expansive earthen-floored area to create and organize the entrance.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    A Bengara Home in Kosei|Living Room

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • Minimal Renovation of a Single‑Family Rental House | The Rented House|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Custom-built house

    Entry. The aluminum sashes were removed and a cedar‑plank sliding door was fabricated.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    DIY
    Compact House
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Income Property
    Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Retro Modern
    Low Cost
    Showa
    Retro
    Antique
    RentedHouse
    ForRent
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    The amber-toned ceiling boards from the original Japanese-style room were also relaid, and the shoin posts were relocated.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Exterior|Custom-built house

    Light filters through the mushiko-mado windows and wooden latticework, creating an atmospheric presence.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    Responding to the characteristics of the existing building, the living spaces are arranged in a D–K–L sequence: dining, kitchen, then living.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|LDK|Custom-built house

    Ceilings in hemlock, walls in German lime plaster, floors in teak herringbone, and joinery in oak.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • A Traditional House in Kyotango|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    The shoji doors at the front serve as the entrance to the Western-style room, welcoming visitors directly. The entrance door and high windows remain as they were.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Void
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Solid Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • Minimal Renovation of a Single‑Family Rental House | The Rented House|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    A dwelling that allows the unhurried pace of life characteristic of rental housing.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    DIY
    Compact House
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Income Property
    Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Retro Modern
    Low Cost
    Showa
    Retro
    Antique
    RentedHouse
    ForRent
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    A light-meal counter was installed between the dining room and kitchen.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Lavatory|Custom-built house

    Washroom. Preserving privacy from the facing condominium while framing an old cherry tree through a high window.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    The glass shoji screens formerly located between the tatami room and engawa were remodeled, replacing the glass sections with paper shoji.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • Minimal Renovation of a Single‑Family Rental House | The Rented House|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    Kitchen refitted while retaining the sturdy frame and stainless‑steel countertop.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    DIY
    Compact House
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Income Property
    Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Retro Modern
    Low Cost
    Showa
    Retro
    Antique
    RentedHouse
    ForRent
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    The paper shoji screens between the living room and Buddhist altar room are closed, while the ranma transom remains open.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Exterior|Custom-built house

    The exterior, which strongly conveys the character of an Osaka machiya, was preserved.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    Large custom‑built island kitchen. The gas cooktop has three inline burners.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|LDK|Custom-built house

    The chigaidana staggered shelves formerly located in the tokowaki were relocated to the right of the radiant heating and cooling unit, while the left side serves as a counter.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    The second-floor slab above the dining room was removed to create a void.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Atrium|Custom-built house

    The second-floor slab above the dining room was removed to create a void. The cedar ceiling boards have a lustrous vermilion-red finish.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    The former tokonoma alcove and tokowaki side alcove were retained as the room was converted to a Western-style space; the chigaidana staggered shelves were removed and relocated.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    A newly created entrance resulting from a plan revision. The sliding door and glass transom were repaired and reused.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    Washi paper was applied alternately to the four shoji panels so that each side would present a finished face toward both the living room and dining room.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • A Traditional House in Kyotango|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    Viewed from the dining room toward the living room, the space is divided by three octagonal columns and retractable paper shoji screens.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Void
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Solid Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Children's Room|Custom-built house

    Second‑floor Japanese‑style room. The built‑in closet (oshiire) was converted into a workspace and a loft.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • House K/S|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    House K/S|Kitchen

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    3-25-11-704 Minamikarasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo

    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Aging Gracefully
    Authentic Garden
    Flexible Partition
    Traditional Japanese House
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    The carved ranma transom is based on the motif of Sumiyoshi Taisha: a drum bridge is carved on the left, and a torii gate and tall lantern on the right.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    The former shoin screen and ranma transom from the tatami room were relocated to the display shelves; the shoji and mairado sliding doors were adjusted in height and reused.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    The former eight-tatami Buddhist altar room was reduced to four tatami mats, while the remaining four-tatami area was incorporated into the living room as a high-ceilinged space.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Stairs|Custom-built house

    A niche formed from the void at the corner of the winding staircase.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|LDK|Custom-built house

    To allow the tatami room fittings and the robust, generous character of the old structural frame to coexist with contemporary living and performance.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • House K/S|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    Standardized modules and movable shoji screens create a flexible space that can be easily reconfigured.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    3-25-11-704 Minamikarasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo

    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Aging Gracefully
    Authentic Garden
    Flexible Partition
    Traditional Japanese House
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Bathroom|Custom-built house

    Bathroom sequence connecting the washroom to the bathing room via the laundry.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • Renovation of an Urban Residence Retaining a Kura | Abeno Residence|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|LDK|Custom-built house

    The plan was reorganized so the kura adjoins the kitchen and dining; the kura is used as a hobby room.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    Japanese Modern
    Reclaimed Beam
    Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Japanese House
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Island Kitchen
    SeismicRetrofit
    SeismicAssessment
    ThermalUpgrade
    Kura
    Herringbone
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|LDK|Custom-built house

    The former suite of adjoining Japanese-style rooms, including the engawa veranda, was incorporated into a living–dining room facing the front garden.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • A Traditional House in Kyotango|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    A retractable screen door was incorporated into the column casing to the right of the door, and indirect lighting was integrated into the kamoi lintel.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Void
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Solid Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • A Traditional House in Kyotango|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    A tokonoma-style decorative alcove was added to the front room; the ranma transom above is original.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Void
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Solid Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • House K/S|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    House K/S|Dining Area

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    3-25-11-704 Minamikarasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo

    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Aging Gracefully
    Authentic Garden
    Flexible Partition
    Traditional Japanese House
  • A Traditional House in Kyotango|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    The subtly enclosed feeling of the corner creates a sense of calm.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Void
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Solid Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • House K/S|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Garden|Custom-built house

    House K/S|Garden

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    3-25-11-704 Minamikarasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo

    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Aging Gracefully
    Authentic Garden
    Flexible Partition
    Traditional Japanese House
  • Minimal Renovation of a Single‑Family Rental House | The Rented House|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    A compact 10.5‑tatami LDK, ideal for everyday use. Cedar scaffold planks laid over the existing floor.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    DIY
    Compact House
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Income Property
    Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Retro Modern
    Low Cost
    Showa
    Retro
    Antique
    RentedHouse
    ForRent
  • Machiya in Sumiyoshi, Osaka|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Exterior|Custom-built house

    The ōdo gate with its entrance door and smaller pedestrian door was remodeled to accommodate everyday use.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Reclaimed Beam
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Reclaimed Wood
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    MachiyaRenovation
    RadiantHeatingAndCooling
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    From the kitchen, there are views through the living and dining rooms to the garden.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    The wide veranda was incorporated into the living room. The glass doors with a frosted pattern lead to the main entrance.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    The ceiling, made by reusing the original boards, connects the living room and Buddhist altar room as one continuous space.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • A Bengara Home in Kosei|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    A Bengara Home in Kosei|Living Room

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    5-5-5-505 Nishikōji, Minoh, Osaka, Japan

    Living with Dogs and Cats
    Capturing Light
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Authentic Garden
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Shoji
    Exposed Beam
    Timber Frame
  • House K/S|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|LDK|Custom-built house

    House K/S|LDK

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    Yoshihara Tamaki Architectural Design

    3-25-11-704 Minamikarasuyama, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo

    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Aging Gracefully
    Authentic Garden
    Flexible Partition
    Traditional Japanese House
  • Minimal Renovation of a Single‑Family Rental House | The Rented House|A Home for Living with Antiques|Traditional Japanese House|Stairs|Custom-built house

    The stair handrail was newly installed at very low cost using 1×4 lumber.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    302, Zeniya Honpo Main Building, 14-6 Ishigatsujichō, Tennōji-ku, Osaka

    DIY
    Compact House
    Generational Home
    Renovation
    Income Property
    Remodeling
    Traditional Japanese House
    Kominka Restoration
    Retro Modern
    Low Cost
    Showa
    Retro
    Antique
    RentedHouse
    ForRent
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  • #Downsizing
  • #Wooden House
  • #Gallery-House
  • #Continuous Window
  • #Basement
  • #Simple Life
  • #Whole-House Air Conditioning
  • #Storage Access Flow
  • #Shop-House
  • #Pet Door
  • #Confectionery Workshop
  • #Wood Deck
  • #DIY
  • #Minimal Design
  • #Home Theater
  • #Harmony
  • #Conservatory
  • #Balcony
  • #Tile Deck
  • #Mortex
  • #Roof Balcony
  • #Antique Furniture
  • #Handcrafted Texture
  • #Passage Doma
  • #House with Doma
  • #Terrace
  • #Multiple Pets
  • #Soundproof Room
  • #Wall Bookshelf
  • #Japanese Modern
  • #Open House
  • #Narrow House
  • #Forever Home
  • #Wood-Burning Stove
  • #Bath Court
  • #Skeleton Remodeling
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