House with a Passage Doma × Column

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Homes with a passage doma feature a dirt-floor corridor running from the entrance through to the back, creating a fluid movement line that connects indoor and outdoor spaces. Connecting directly to gardens, back doors, or garages provides convenience when moving bicycles, outdoor gear, or groceries. Because you can move around with shoes on, it serves as a workshop for hobbies or plant care. Adding storage or benches along the doma balances practicality with comfort. Combining openings that take in light and breeze adds alley-like depth to the house. Here, we introduce homes with a passage doma that gently link living areas with the outside.