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    Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms × Renovation

    Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms

    A home with a tea room provides a quiet space for mindfulness, connecting with nature and seasons through the art of tea. Incorporating tatami mats, shoji screens, alcoves (tokonoma), and low entrances (nijiriguchi) creates quiet elegance through simple materials. Sightlines to gardens and stepping-stone paths (roji) elevate the journey to the tea room as much as the ceremony itself. Modern designs can adapt tea rooms into versatile Japanese-style retreat spaces. We introduce tea-ceremony homes that value quiet moments and seasonal appreciation.

    Whole-House Renovation

    A full renovation transforms an existing building by rethinking its floor plan, equipment, and interior/exterior finishes while preserving its core structure. Reconfiguring space to suit modern lifestyles gives the house a unique character distinct from new constructions. You can remove walls to create an expansive living area, upgrade insulation and seismic resistance, or blend old materials with new finishes. Preserving meaningful spaces while adding modern functionality is part of its appeal. Introducing full renovation homes that unlock the potential of existing structures for a new chapter of living.

    Find Architectural Projects for Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms and Renovation

  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    A half-bay mizuya (tea preparation area) newly created by carving into the corridor.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|LDK|Custom-built house

    The walls of the LDK, the center of daily life, were finished in white plaster that reflects light, creating a bright interior.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    The elderly parents’ sitting room was newly finished in the same location as before.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|LDK|Custom-built house

    A timber framework was assembled and floored over the former earthen-floored entrance hall, transforming it into an LDK.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|LDK|Custom-built house

    Small redundant fittings were repurposed to create a new entrance storage unit.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|LDK|Custom-built house

    The LDK floor is tiled, evoking the memory of the former earthen floor.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|LDK|Custom-built house

    Two adjoining Japanese-style rooms connect to the north side of the LDK.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|LDK|Custom-built house

    The living room, converted from a Japanese-style room to a Western-style space.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Atrium|Custom-built house

    Light pours in through the high windows installed in the void.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Exterior|Custom-built house

    The outdoor air-conditioning unit that had been placed on the front of the second floor was relocated into a recess in the exterior wall and concealed with louvers.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Hobby room|Custom-built house

    Storage shelving designed to display and accommodate art and antiques of various sizes. Flooring is Yoshino cedar.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Dining Area|Custom-built house

    Existing chairs were reupholstered to match the custom-built bench.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    Entrance detail. A rare solid lauan framed door was repaired and reused.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    The door from the entrance to the LDK was made as a shoji screen, allowing soft light to filter through.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Exterior|Custom-built house

    A streetscape where modern buildings and old tiled roofs coexist. Nagaya units are renewed sequentially as tenants move in and out.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    View from the entrance toward the interior; the living room entrance is on the left.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Atrium|Custom-built house

    The magnificent roof structure extends overhead, with light filtering through the smoke vent converted into a skylight.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Garden|Custom-built house

    A typical machiya sequence in which living room, nure-en (exterior veranda), and tsubo-niwa connect continuously. The cedar-bark siding on the fence was replaced.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    Second floor: existing ceiling boards were removed and replaced with a boat-bottom (cove) ceiling.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    New handrails were installed at the entrance and on the staircase.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    A split-level living room with a mezzanine void created by utilizing previously dead attic space.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Hobby room|Custom-built house

    Reception room with piano. Flooring is oak (nara) hardwood.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    A simple kitchen composed of stainless commercial kitchen units.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Courtyard|Custom-built house

    We cleared weeds and debris to restore the tsubo-niwa; aluminum sashes were removed and replaced with wooden fittings.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Exterior|Custom-built house

    Each unit displays subtle variations in design reflecting successive additions and the tastes of past occupants.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    Contemporary metal and glass furniture for receiving guests was installed.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Living Room|Custom-built house

    The living room is bright and well ventilated, situated between east and west tsubo-niwa.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Study|Custom-built house

    Second-floor study. New floor-to-ceiling bookshelves were installed. The ceiling lighting is original from the house's construction.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    Existing ceiling removed to restore the hibukuro (smoke chamber). The resulting void connects the second-floor rooms via a double-height space.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    The boarded-floor room was partitioned to create an entrance hall. The black plaster absorbs the light, creating a dark, shadow-filled space.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Hobby room|Custom-built house

    The entrance sliding door was replaced with paired musō-style windows, creating an east–west cross-breeze through the house.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|LDK|Custom-built house

    The southern half of the second-floor slab was removed to create a void, reducing the oppressive feeling of the low ceiling.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Bedroom|Custom-built house

    A Western-style room was also prepared as the couple’s bedroom.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Study|Custom-built house

    A study corner with a flowing, circuitous layout, located in one corner of the living room.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Exterior|Custom-built house

    The new entrance and living room emerge in the night.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Exterior|Custom-built house

    Large windows were installed in the former entrance, transforming it into a living room.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|LDK|Custom-built house

    View of the living room from the mise-no-ma (shop-facing room).

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Living Room|Custom-built house

    Maximized use of Kyoto City subsidy programs to reduce initial costs.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    View of the living room beyond the arch.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    A wall opening discovered during demolition proved to be an original secondary window; it is normally protected from wind and rain with a hanging shoji screen.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Kitchen|Custom-built house

    The kitchen is oriented toward the living room; opening the sliding doors allows it to function as a face-to-face kitchen.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    Exposed service piping and meters are left visible in accordance with local practice rather than concealed.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    The entrance floor level is set between the external earthen floor (doma) and the living floor to reduce step height.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Hobby room|Custom-built house

    A gallery for enjoying art and antiques, created by repurposing the adjacent alcove that had become storage.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of Prewar Rental Kyoto Townhouses | Row Houses on Showa Alley|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Entrance hall|Custom-built house

    Layout suitable for mixed uses such as ateliers or small shops, enabling live-work arrangements.

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Narrow House
    Reclaimed Beam
    Professional Equipment
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Income Property
    Exposed Beam
    Tsubo Garden
    Renovation
    Kyomachiya
    SeismicReinforcement
    SeismicAssessment
    Nagaya
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Exterior|Custom-built house

    Improving a familiar home for greater comfort

    Architecture Firm:Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

    Yoshihiro Yamamoto Architects Associates

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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
  • Revitalization of a Traditional House in Obama|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    The beautifully restored two adjoining Japanese-style rooms connect to the garden on the north and the newly created LDK on the south.

    Architecture Firm:Tetsuya Kimura Architects

    Tetsuya Kimura Architects

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

    Kominka Restoration
    Reclaimed Wood
    Void
    Japanese Modern
    Generational Home
    Exposed Beam
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
  • Improving a Familiar Home for Greater Comfort | House to Cherish|Homes Featuring Traditional Tea Rooms|Whole-House Renovation|Japanese-style room|Custom-built house

    View from the gallery toward the Japanese room and south garden. The cat-level lattice shoji 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

    Display Storage
    Forever Home
    Gallery
    Japanese Modern
    Japanese House
    Capturing Light
    Natural Materials
    Renovation
    Plaster Wall
    Tea Room
    Mingei (Japanese folk craft movement)
    Japanese Modern
    Parquet flooring
    Seismic reinforcement (structural retrofit)
    Tea preparation area (mizuya)
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