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Minamicho House / ROOVICE

Miwa Negoro — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000

The house had remained within the same family for generations, quietly carrying layers of everyday life and memory. Although the new owner lives abroad, he chose not to part with it, feeling a strong attachment to the place he had inherited. Rather than selling, the decision was made to bring the house back into use through ROOVICE's Kariage framework—a system that renovates vacant homes and subleases them, allowing owners to preserve their properties without the burden of managing them. This approach made it possible for the house to be lived in once again, while retaining its identity and history.

Commercial Space in Minato / ROOVICE

Hana Abdel — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

Transformation of a 1960s Wooden Apartment Building in Tokyo's Minato Ward into a Commercial Rental Property. In the heart of Tokyo, Minato Ward, a traditional wooden apartment building, originally comprising six separate units, has been reimagined into a single cohesive commercial space. This architectural transformation involved a complete internal renovation, where all interior walls were demolished to create an open and unified living environment.

Itabashi House / ROOVICE

Miwa Negoro — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 02:00:00 +0000

In the quiet streets of Itabashi, Tokyo, a modest two-storey house from 1976 has been given a new lease on life through a renovation carried out by Roovice. Through their Kariage Project, they renovate and reuse akiya (vacant houses) at no cost to the owners, transforming them into rental properties. The house had originally suffered from a fragmented layout and dim interiors that no longer suited contemporary living.

Ōimachi House / ROOVICE

Miwa Negoro — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Oimachi Office Renovation: Reframing a 73-Year-Old Wooden House for New Work Life – Located just five minutes from Oimachi Station, this 73-year-old wooden house has been transformed into a contemporary workspace through a renovation that balances clarity, preservation, and adaptability. The building is part of a dense cluster of postwar wooden structures situated behind the area's more prominent commercial and mid-rise office developments. This house, once a typical home in that quieter layer of the city, now takes on a new role as a functional and character-rich office.

Nukui House / ROOVICE

Pilar Caballero — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Nukui House: Transforming a 1976 Tokyo Home Through Practical Renovation – Located in the quiet residential streets of Nukui, Tokyo, Nukui House is a renovation of a 1976 wooden home through Roovice's Kariage initiative. The project demonstrates the potential of Tokyo's aging residential stock, showing how targeted interventions can extend the life of existing structures while addressing urban vacancy challenges.

Kimitsu House / ROOVICE

Valeria Silva — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Renovation of a 1960s Wooden House in Kimitsu: Embracing History with Subtle Modernization – Located in the serene Kimitsu area of Chiba, this 1960s wooden house had been vacant for several years before its owner decided to take on its renovation. Initially attempting the work himself, he soon realized the project required more time and dedication than he could manage. Wanting to see the house used and appreciated again, he turned to Roovice's Kariage initiative, which helps bring new life to vacant properties while respecting their history. By revitalizing these spaces at no cost to owners, the initiative offers a practical solution to Japan's growing akiya (empty dwellings) problem.

Ōmori House / ROOVICE

Valeria Silva — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The Ōmori House, a 60-year-old, two-storey wooden residence situated in the Ōta ward of Tokyo, stands as a testament to the architectural heritage of the area. This dwelling encapsulates a retro aesthetic that harmonizes seamlessly with its surroundings.

Fueda House / ROOVICE

Hana Abdel — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Transforming a 1970s Wooden House in Fueda, Kamakura, into a Pet-Friendly Home - A modest two-story wooden house from the 1970s in Fueda, Kamakura, has been thoughtfully renovated to meet the needs of a young couple and their pets. The redesign focuses on functionality and comfort, balancing practicality with smart design choices.

House in Sumida / ROOVICE

Miwa Negoro — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:00:00 +0000

Revitalizing a 1970s Wooden House in Sumida: Adaptive Reuse with Modest Updates - In Mukojima's eastern district, a short walk from the station, stands a 65m² wooden, two-story house built in the 1970s. Previously dark and compact, the house has now been updated to better suit contemporary lifestyles through thoughtful, modest changes.

Apartment in Kamakura / ROOVICE

Hana Abdel — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 02:00:00 +0000

Situated in the mountainous region of Kamakura, a town renowned for its proximity to the sea, this apartment within a residential complex has undergone a significant transformation under the meticulous guidance of Roovice. Originally designed with a 4DK layout featuring outdated elements such as a dark kitchen and multiple small rooms, the renovation aimed to breathe modernity into the space while seamlessly integrating it with the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape, particularly enchanting during the spring bloom of Sakura trees.

Roovice Office / ROOVICE

Hana Abdel — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 02:00:00 +0000

Roovice recently relocated its office onto the 11th floor of a 55-year-old commercial building in Kannai, Yokohama. The previous location is set to be demolished soon, therefore we had to find an alternative working space for the company. Besides, the studio has been increasing its team lately, making us look for a more generous space. Roovice’s previous office was characterized by a domestic ambiance with particular attention to spaces for employees to relax and rest. We reject the idea of a merely efficient and undistracting workplace: instead, we encourage everyone to take time for themselves and avoid stress at all costs.

Shirokanedai House Renovation / ROOVICE

Hana Abdel — Sun, 16 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0000

The Shirokanedai House project is a meticulous renovation of a 50-year-old two-storey wooden residence situated in the vibrant Minato ward of Tokyo. The owner, a seasoned real estate professional, had long rented out the empty lot. Upon the departure of the last tenants, it came back with a property built on it. Considering the prohibitive costs of demolition in Japan coupled with the property's good condition, the owner decided to have Roovice rejuvenate and modernize the house for continued rental use.

Tokyo Blue Apartment Renovation / ROOVICE

Pilar Caballero — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Nestled on the seventh floor of a 1970s building in Takaido, Tokyo, an ordinary 3LDK apartment underwent a renovation designed by Roovice while guided by the creative vision of the owners, David Buchler and Koichi Tanabe. Upon our first contact, David and Koichi had already started their renovation journey while living in the apartment, driven by a clear vision of their dream home. With three balconies and abundant natural light, they envisioned an open, airy environment that maximized the apartment's potential. Their love for the color blue set the tone for the design, with striking blue PVC tiles flooring leading the way from the entrance into the kitchen and dining area.

Hayama Apartment / ROOVICE

Hana Abdel — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:00:00 +0000

The 55-year-old apartment is located in the beach town of Hayama, southeast of the ever-popular tourist area of Kamakura on the Miura Peninsula. The owners contacted us with the request to transform the space into a bright and easy-to-take-care home. The apartment building in which it is located, with big windows facing a large garden, had plenty of potential to fulfill their desire.

Kamakura House / ROOVICE

Valeria Silva — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 01:00:00 +0000

This private house was originally built back in 1991 and is situated in Ōmachi, a locality in the historical city of Kamakura in the Kanagawa Prefecture. The building is placed on a hillside surrounded by nature, resulting in beautiful landscapes in every direction faced at. Before the modernization, the kitchen, living, and Japanese-style rooms were all separated in their own enclosed area. This fragmentation spoiled the efficiency of the surface and created a complicated circulation inside.

Miyagawa Angel Parlor / ROOVICE

Pilar Caballero — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0000

エンゼル (Angel) was a popular tuna restaurant in Misaki, south end of the Kanagawa Prefecture. It was known and appreciated by the whole community, thanks to its location next to the harbour which provided a daily supply of fresh quality fish and seafood products. It wasn’t a mere spot where to eat it was the gathering place around which the locals of every generation spent their time and created the foundations for the village to build its identity. Unfortunately, though, the restaurant closed several years ago, leaving a void in the town that was seeking a replacement.

Shimada Office / ROOVICE

Pilar Caballero — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000

This compact single-storey office building of a local company has been designed starting from the renovation and the reuse of a centenary wooden house located in Shimada, a village in the Shizuoka Prefecture in the central south coast of Japan. The renovation work took action in various aspects, from the replacement of the rotten and unrepairable parts both inside and outside the construction to the design of the interior spaces and distribution.

Miyagawa Bagel / ROOVICE

Daniela Cardenas — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 20:00:00 +0000

We renovated a former fishing gear warehouse in Miyagawa-cho, Miura-city, with a population of 1300, into a bagel shop.The project began with local residents' concern about their future due to a decrease in population and tax revenues and they were looking for the possibility of utilizing vacant houses in the city. We came to think, "we can’t stop a population decline immediately, however, might be able to attract people to visit this area” and then we decided to use a vacant house in Miyagawa-cho which was a southernmost part of Miura Peninsula.