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Compact House｜Introduction to Architecture Firms｜Living Abundantly in Small Spaces

Author: Qurasuki Editorial Department

Even when site area or total floor area is limited, thoughtful design strategies can produce remarkably rich living environments. In compact houses, the designer’s skill has a direct impact on spatial quality through measures such as overlapping spatial functions, integrated storage solutions, and the strategic placement of openings to create clear sightlines. Rather than resigning oneself to compromises because a home is small, the essence of compact housing lies in pursuing a residence that is refined precisely because it is small. Here we introduce architectural firms that have drawn out the maximum richness from constrained conditions.