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Homes with Innovative Storage Solutions

A curated collection of custom-designed residences featuring thoughtfully planned circulation paths and storage systems. Incorporating pantries, walk-in closets, and mudroom storage, these homes achieve an optimal balance between household efficiency and comfort. The portfolio showcases stylish yet highly functional storage strategies, exemplifying practical design solutions that enhance daily living.

House Closed Outside, Open Inside

Walling off street views while opening broadly toward inner courtyards or terraces balances privacy and openness in urban areas. Introducing residential examples closed to the outside and open to the inside.

Corridor facing the courtyard; beyond the slit opening lies the utility space.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Inserting a horizontal slit between the roof and walls was conceived to establish the building’s presence.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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The Japanese-style room with a tokonoma alcove is illuminated by high-side windows on the road-facing exterior wall.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Residence in Kurashiki｜Entrance hall

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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The corridor connects continuously and in a loop from the washroom and dressing room, bathroom, utility space, walk-in closet, to the terrace.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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The volume facing the main road leading to Kurashiki’s Bikan Historical District is kept as low as possible and enclosed by walls.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Guest room facing the courtyard.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Master bedroom illuminated by light from the high-side windows on the road-facing exterior wall.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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The raised floor is shared between the children’s spaces located on both sides.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Residence in Kurashiki｜Exterior

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Residence in Kurashiki｜Courtyard

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Residence in Kurashiki｜Courtyard

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Walking along the central approach, the courtyard enclosed by the two-story and single-story sections opens up invitingly.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Small lower windows in the corridor wall look into the LDK, while the upper small windows reveal the raised floor of the children’s space.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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View of the south-facing courtyard from the living, dining, and kitchen area (LDK).

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Beyond the horizontal slit is the utility area, allowing occupants to feel connected to the courtyard while performing household tasks.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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Passing through the kitchen leads to the utility space, which further connects seamlessly to the master bedroom beyond.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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The small openings in the raised ceiling of the LDK are designed to allow visibility of children walking along the second-floor corridor.

In-Ex Design Co., Ltd.

4-59 Takanoizumicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Closed to Outside, Open to Inside

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