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    Compact House

    A compact house maximizes limited site space and floor area to create a rich, organized, and comfortable living environment. Open layouts that integrate living and dining areas convey a sense of spaciousness far beyond actual square footage. Built-in storage, under-stair spaces, and wall niches neatly house everyday items. Strategic window placement, double-height ceilings, and unobstructed sightlines bring in light and air. With reduced cleaning and maintenance needs, a well-designed small home deepens your appreciation for simple living.

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  • Studio Apartment with Private Garden and Large Desk | D#102|Compact House|LDK|Custom-built house

    Reconfigured a conventional studio apartment into a simplified layout that can be used as spaciously as possible.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Renovation
    Natural Modern
    Apartment Renovation
    Sustainable Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Minimal Life
    Simple Modern
    Minimal Design
    Simple Life
    Rental
    StudioApartment
    CommercialProperty
    KitchenCounter
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House|Compact House|Exterior|Custom-built house

    Slim expanded-metal paired suspended doors.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Large Opening
    Wood Deck
    Iron Details
    Wood Texture
    Exposed Beam
    Engawa
    Simple Life
    Bike Garage
    Industrial
    Toplight
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • House in Takarazuka|Compact House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    House in Takarazuka|Entrance hall

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Sloped Site
    Natural Modern
    Corner Lot
    Terrace
    Wood Texture
    Irregular Site
    Built-in Kitchen
    Custom-built vanity
    Skip Floor
    SkipFloor
    Terrace
    SlopedSite
  • Komagawa House|Compact House|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    Second-floor detached annex Japanese-style room

    Architecture Firm:Kumi Inoue Architects

    Kumi Inoue Architects

    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Inner Garage
    Natural Modern
    Terrace
    Narrow House
    Exposed Beam
    Shoji
    Steel Staircase
    CompactHousing
    Terrace
    InnerGarage
  • A Home for Living with Cats|Compact House|Hobby room|Custom-built house

    The roof-supporting timber members are doubled to sandwich the posts and ensure a passageway for the cats.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Second-Floor Living
    High Sidelight
    Built-in Furniture
    Pet Door
    Sloped Ceiling
    Capturing Light
    Exposed Beam
    Catwalk
    Living with Cats
    Study corner
  • Abeno Residence|Compact House|Stairs|Custom-built house

    Compact winder staircase

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Custom Kitchen
    Urban House
    Skeleton Staircase
    Narrow House
    Optimized Storage
    Family with Children
    Toplight
    Storage Access Flow
  • A Small House Composed of Three Connected Boxes (Large, Medium, Small) | Tsuzura House|Compact House|LDK|Custom-built house

    A large living space consolidating eating, sleeping, working, and leisure for a single occupant.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Workspace
    Display Storage
    Single-Story House
    Live-Work Integration
    ZEH
    Wood Texture
    Galvalume Steel Sheet
    Circulation Flow
    Simple Modern
    Wall Bookshelf
    LivingAlone
    RedCedarCladding
    HickoryFlooring
    Curtains
    SeismicGrade3
  • Komagawa House|Compact House|Living Room|Custom-built house

    LDK connected to the entrance dirt floor

    Architecture Firm:Kumi Inoue Architects

    Kumi Inoue Architects

    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Inner Garage
    Natural Modern
    Terrace
    Narrow House
    Exposed Beam
    Shoji
    Steel Staircase
    CompactHousing
    Terrace
    InnerGarage
  • House in Takarazuka|Compact House|Bedroom|Custom-built house

    House in Takarazuka|Bedroom

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Sloped Site
    Natural Modern
    Corner Lot
    Terrace
    Wood Texture
    Irregular Site
    Built-in Kitchen
    Custom-built vanity
    Skip Floor
    SkipFloor
    Terrace
    SlopedSite
  • Abeno Residence|Compact House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    Combined entry and storage area to maximize usable space

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Custom Kitchen
    Urban House
    Skeleton Staircase
    Narrow House
    Optimized Storage
    Family with Children
    Toplight
    Storage Access Flow
  • Abeno Residence|Compact House|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    Custom kitchen; bespoke storage solutions developed due to the compact site

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Custom Kitchen
    Urban House
    Skeleton Staircase
    Narrow House
    Optimized Storage
    Family with Children
    Toplight
    Storage Access Flow
  • Moriguchi-Dainichi Residence|Compact House|Stairs|Custom-built house

    Moriguchi-Dainichi Residence|Stairs

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Galvalume Steel Sheet
    Capturing Light
    Simple Modern
    Privacy
    Custom-built vanity
    Solar Panel
    Toplight
    Steel Staircase
  • Komagawa House|Compact House|Approach|Custom-built house

    The sky is visible beyond the outdoor staircase

    Architecture Firm:Kumi Inoue Architects

    Kumi Inoue Architects

    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Inner Garage
    Natural Modern
    Terrace
    Narrow House
    Exposed Beam
    Shoji
    Steel Staircase
    CompactHousing
    Terrace
    InnerGarage
  • House in Chiyozaki|Compact House|Bedroom|Custom-built house

    House in Chiyozaki|Bedroom

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Inner Garage
    Void
    Wood Siding
    Urban House
    Skeleton Staircase
    Narrow House
    Roof terrace
    Irregular Site
    Simple Life
    Skip Floor
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House|Compact House|Stairs|Custom-built house

    The engawa bench also serves as an enclosure for the air-conditioning outdoor unit.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Large Opening
    Wood Deck
    Iron Details
    Wood Texture
    Exposed Beam
    Engawa
    Simple Life
    Bike Garage
    Industrial
    Toplight
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • House in Takarazuka|Compact House|LDK|Custom-built house

    House in Takarazuka|LDK

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Sloped Site
    Natural Modern
    Corner Lot
    Terrace
    Wood Texture
    Irregular Site
    Built-in Kitchen
    Custom-built vanity
    Skip Floor
    SkipFloor
    Terrace
    SlopedSite
  • Abeno Residence|Compact House|Storage|Custom-built house

    First-floor walk-in closet

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Custom Kitchen
    Urban House
    Skeleton Staircase
    Narrow House
    Optimized Storage
    Family with Children
    Toplight
    Storage Access Flow
  • House in Sayama|Compact House|LDK|Custom-built house

    House in Sayama|LDK

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Second-Floor Living
    High Ceiling
    Natural Modern
    Roof Balcony
    Wall Storage
    Narrow House
    Wood Texture
    Scenic View
    CompactHousing
    WallStorage
    HighCeiling
    SecondFloorLivingRoom
    ScenicView
  • House in Takarazuka|Compact House|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    House in Takarazuka|Japanese-style room

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Sloped Site
    Natural Modern
    Corner Lot
    Terrace
    Wood Texture
    Irregular Site
    Built-in Kitchen
    Custom-built vanity
    Skip Floor
    SkipFloor
    Terrace
    SlopedSite
  • A Small House Composed of Three Connected Boxes (Large, Medium, Small) | Tsuzura House|Compact House|Exterior|Custom-built house

    Aerial view from the west.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Workspace
    Display Storage
    Single-Story House
    Live-Work Integration
    ZEH
    Wood Texture
    Galvalume Steel Sheet
    Circulation Flow
    Simple Modern
    Wall Bookshelf
    LivingAlone
    RedCedarCladding
    HickoryFlooring
    Curtains
    SeismicGrade3
  • A Small House Composed of Three Connected Boxes (Large, Medium, Small) | Tsuzura House|Compact House|LDK|Custom-built house

    South elevation. Shelving for shallow-format books such as paperbacks.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Workspace
    Display Storage
    Single-Story House
    Live-Work Integration
    ZEH
    Wood Texture
    Galvalume Steel Sheet
    Circulation Flow
    Simple Modern
    Wall Bookshelf
    LivingAlone
    RedCedarCladding
    HickoryFlooring
    Curtains
    SeismicGrade3
  • Komagawa House|Compact House|Study|Custom-built house

    Reading corner

    Architecture Firm:Kumi Inoue Architects

    Kumi Inoue Architects

    2-6-15 Kuwazu, Higashisumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Inner Garage
    Natural Modern
    Terrace
    Narrow House
    Exposed Beam
    Shoji
    Steel Staircase
    CompactHousing
    Terrace
    InnerGarage
  • House in Sayama|Compact House|LDK|Custom-built house

    House in Sayama|LDK

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Second-Floor Living
    High Ceiling
    Natural Modern
    Roof Balcony
    Wall Storage
    Narrow House
    Wood Texture
    Scenic View
    CompactHousing
    WallStorage
    HighCeiling
    SecondFloorLivingRoom
    ScenicView
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House|Compact House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    The doma's walls and ceiling are clear-coated cement board.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Large Opening
    Wood Deck
    Iron Details
    Wood Texture
    Exposed Beam
    Engawa
    Simple Life
    Bike Garage
    Industrial
    Toplight
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • Studio Apartment with Private Garden and Large Desk | D#102|Compact House|LDK|Custom-built house

    Maximizing the limited effective floor area, the ceiling height was raised to 2,500 mm.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Renovation
    Natural Modern
    Apartment Renovation
    Sustainable Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Minimal Life
    Simple Modern
    Minimal Design
    Simple Life
    Rental
    StudioApartment
    CommercialProperty
    KitchenCounter
  • Studio Apartment with Private Garden and Large Desk | D#102|Compact House|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    Overhead cabinets shown fully opened.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Renovation
    Natural Modern
    Apartment Renovation
    Sustainable Renovation
    Natural Materials
    Minimal Life
    Simple Modern
    Minimal Design
    Simple Life
    Rental
    StudioApartment
    CommercialProperty
    KitchenCounter
  • House in Takarazuka|Compact House|Stairs|Custom-built house

    House in Takarazuka|Stairs

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Sloped Site
    Natural Modern
    Corner Lot
    Terrace
    Wood Texture
    Irregular Site
    Built-in Kitchen
    Custom-built vanity
    Skip Floor
    SkipFloor
    Terrace
    SlopedSite
  • Narrow Skip-Floor Steel-Frame Garage House | ' ' House|Compact House|Exterior|Custom-built house

    Narrow skip-floor steel-frame garage house

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Iron Details
    Narrow House
    Garage House
    Fully Openable Sash
    Expanded Metal
    Bike Garage
    Skip Floor
    House with Doma
    Industrial
    Family with Children
    steel-frame construction
    urban residence
    box-shaped house
    steel
    living-room staircase
  • A Small House Composed of Three Connected Boxes (Large, Medium, Small) | Tsuzura House|Compact House|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    Entrance mudroom. Custom joinery that doubles as a full-length mirror.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Workspace
    Display Storage
    Single-Story House
    Live-Work Integration
    ZEH
    Wood Texture
    Galvalume Steel Sheet
    Circulation Flow
    Simple Modern
    Wall Bookshelf
    LivingAlone
    RedCedarCladding
    HickoryFlooring
    Curtains
    SeismicGrade3
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House|Compact House|Lavatory|Custom-built house

    The washbasin and toilet are compactly consolidated under the stairs.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Large Opening
    Wood Deck
    Iron Details
    Wood Texture
    Exposed Beam
    Engawa
    Simple Life
    Bike Garage
    Industrial
    Toplight
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • House in Sayama|Compact House|Terrace|Custom-built house

    House in Sayama|Terrace

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Second-Floor Living
    High Ceiling
    Natural Modern
    Roof Balcony
    Wall Storage
    Narrow House
    Wood Texture
    Scenic View
    CompactHousing
    WallStorage
    HighCeiling
    SecondFloorLivingRoom
    ScenicView
  • Narrow Skip-Floor Steel-Frame Garage House | ' ' House|Compact House|Terrace|Custom-built house

    A roof terrace adaptable for drying laundry, gardening, and other multifunctional uses.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Iron Details
    Narrow House
    Garage House
    Fully Openable Sash
    Expanded Metal
    Bike Garage
    Skip Floor
    House with Doma
    Industrial
    Family with Children
    steel-frame construction
    urban residence
    box-shaped house
    steel
    living-room staircase
  • A Small House for Open Living in the Gap Between Buildings | Kigawa Row House|Compact House|Garage|Custom-built house

    Suspended doors fully opened.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Large Opening
    Wood Deck
    Iron Details
    Wood Texture
    Exposed Beam
    Engawa
    Simple Life
    Bike Garage
    Industrial
    Toplight
    Urban housing
    Interior-exterior integration
    Galvalume steel cladding
    Tatami mats
    Softwood plywood
  • House in Chiyozaki|Compact House|Exterior|Custom-built house

    Narrow, irregular 8-tsubo site

    Architecture Firm:Coo Planning

    Coo Planning

    201, M'S Kyomachibori Building, 1-7-17 Kyomachibori, Nishi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

    Inner Garage
    Void
    Wood Siding
    Urban House
    Skeleton Staircase
    Narrow House
    Roof terrace
    Irregular Site
    Simple Life
    Skip Floor
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  • #Japanese Modern
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