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House in Shichiku

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Houses
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  108 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2026

Kyoto Minami Kaikan Movie Theater / Tato Architects

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cinema
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: Tato Architects
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  721 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2022

House Tenjin / atelier yoo

House Tenjin / atelier yoo - Exterior Photography, Renovation, DoorHouse Tenjin / atelier yoo - Interior Photography, Renovation, LightingHouse Tenjin / atelier yoo - Interior Photography, RenovationHouse Tenjin / atelier yoo - Interior Photography, Renovation, LightingHouse Tenjin / atelier yoo - More Images+ 31

Houses, Renovation
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: atelier yoo
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  113 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2025
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Aica Kogyo Company, Limited

House in Narutaki / kooo architects

House in Narutaki / kooo architects - Interior Photography, RenovationHouse in Narutaki / kooo architects - Interior Photography, Renovation, StairsHouse in Narutaki / kooo architects - Interior Photography, RenovationHouse in Narutaki / kooo architects - Interior Photography, Renovation, ChairHouse in Narutaki / kooo architects - More Images+ 9

Houses, Renovation
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: kooo architects
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  323 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2025

old residence in kitayama / td-Atelier + ENDO SHOJIRO DESIGN

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Houses, Renovation, House Interiors
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: ENDO SHOJIRO DESIGN, td-Atelier
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  127 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2025
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Toto, Rinnai

Old Folk House in Iwakura / td-Atelier + ENDO SHOJIRO DESIGN

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Houses, Renovation
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: ENDO SHOJIRO DESIGN, td-Atelier
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  150 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2025
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Toto

House in Tamba / MIDW

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ANJIN Gosho Ebisugawa / STUDIO ALUC

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Hotels, Renovation
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: STUDIO ALUC
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  125 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2024

House Mokusei / atelier yoo

House Mokusei / atelier yoo - Exterior Photography, Renovation, CourtyardHouse Mokusei / atelier yoo - Interior Photography, Renovation, LightingHouse Mokusei / atelier yoo - Interior Photography, Renovation, Kitchen, Stairs, Door, HandrailHouse Mokusei / atelier yoo - RenovationHouse Mokusei / atelier yoo - More Images+ 43

Houses, Renovation
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: atelier yoo
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  175 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2025
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  IBIboard, LIXIL　

Inside the Japanese Style Room: History, Design, and Modern Practice

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When examining photos of Japanese houses, one frequently notices a recurring space with tatami mats, often slightly elevated and integrated into the public areas of the home. This is the washitsu, or Japanese-style room: a traditional, multipurpose space still commonly found in modern residential architecture. Used for activities ranging from reading and sleeping to hosting a family altar, its versatility is central to its continued relevance. This article explores the Washitsu's layout and meaning, beginning with its historical origins to better understand its role and interpretation in contemporary Japanese homes.

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Hotel VMG Villa Kyoto / Moriyoshi Naotake Atelier

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Hotels, Renovation
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Kyoto, Japan

Sosho-Kan at Kyoto University of the Arts / Takenaka Corporation

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University
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: Takenaka Corporation
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  3778 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2024
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Kunishiro Tiles, YKK AP

Beauty Acupuncture Clinic Ryu no Ana / td-Atelier + ENDO SHOJIRO DESIGN

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Renovation, Wellness Interiors
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Kyoto, Japan

Cuu Office / Koyori

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Offices
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Kyoto, Japan

Hotel Nazuna Kyoto Higashihonganji / STUDIO ALUC

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Hotels, Renovation
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: STUDIO ALUC
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  595 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2024

House in Demachiyanagi area 02 / Koyori

House in Demachiyanagi area 02 / Koyori - Interior Photography, Apartments, Table, ChairHouse in Demachiyanagi area 02 / Koyori - Interior Photography, Apartments, Table, ChairHouse in Demachiyanagi area 02 / Koyori - Interior Photography, Apartments, Bedroom, Door, BedHouse in Demachiyanagi area 02 / Koyori - ApartmentsHouse in Demachiyanagi area 02 / Koyori - More Images+ 14

Apartments
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Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto Takashimaya S.C. T8 Commercial Space / DDAA

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Offices, Commercial Architecture, Retail Interiors
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Kyoto, Japan

2050 Coffee Shop / TEKI Design

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Coffee Shop, Coffee Shop Interiors
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Kyoto, Japan
  • Architects: TEKI Design
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  88 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2023
  • Professionals: Filaments, SET UP