Japanese Design
Design and architecture work drawing on Japanese aesthetics, craft, and building traditions, from local projects in Japan to international buildings inspired by Japanese principles.
Three Japanese Firms Build India's Largest Folded Plate Structure for IIT Hyderabad's Sports Complex
A 49-meter concrete span and a village of sawtooth roofs bring athletic and cultural life to a new campus outside Hyderabad, India.
Freebird Residence by Alexis Dornier: A Tropical Modernist Sanctuary in Bali
Floating living pavilion above pool anchors H-shaped tropical villa, blending Japanese minimalism, sustainable strategies, lush landscape, and sculptural interiors.
Northgate Engawa House by Arcke: A Harmonious Blend of Japanese Influence and Queenslander Architecture
Northgate Engawa House blends Japanese engawa and Queenslander veranda, creating multi-generational, indoor-outdoor living with sunken garden and serene greenery.
Sjöparken Retreat: A Lakeside Haven of Nordic Minimalism and Japanese Serenity by NORM Architects
Sjöparken Retreat stands as a remarkable example of contemporary wellness architecture, an immersive sanctuary that merges the serenity of Swedish nature with the refined simplicity of Nordic and Japan
Frame House II by Jespersen Nødtvedt – A Modern Allotment Retreat Inspired by Japanese Architecture
A compact Japanese-inspired timber house in Denmark, blending sustainable materials, flexible interiors, and floating pavilion aesthetics within a 40m² allotment plot.
Doma of Tokoname by Tezuka Architects – A Contemporary Tribute to Japan’s Earthenware Heritage
A timber home-shop blending traditional doma, pottery culture, and deep eaves, honoring Tokoname’s earthenware heritage through warm, functional Japanese design.
Guest House No. 16 by NORM Architects – A Timeless Coastal Retreat Reimagined
A serene Danish guest house blending Italian, Scandinavian, and Japanese design, offering timeless interiors, natural materials, and a tranquil coastal retreat.
SS2 Apartment by Wuuu Studio: A Modern Japanese-Inspired Urban Retreat in Petaling Jaya
SS2 Apartment by Wuuu Studio is a modern Japanese-inspired urban home in Petaling Jaya, featuring minimalist design, layered spaces, and serene interiors.
Living in Harmony with the Changing Seasons – Architrip Inc.
A serene Yonezawa vacation home by Architrip Inc., blending traditional Japanese design, seasonal views, reclaimed wood, and immersive mountain living.
KURA-GE Coffee Shop: Japanese Coffee Shop Interior Design in Paris by Remy Aznar + Moyésoa
KURA-GE Coffee Shop in Paris blends Japanese craftsmanship with Parisian interior design, creating a minimalist, elegant, and culturally rich café space.
Studio&Home SUMA / SUMA Arquitectura – Optimized Design in Compact Urban Contexts
Compact Madrid home and studio maximize limited space with timber volumes, pergola courtyard, multi-level layout, natural light, and Nordic-Japanese design.
Kuwasawa Design School by moss. – A Contemporary Renovation for Japan’s First Design School
Kuwasawa Design School’s renovation by moss. blends Bauhaus-inspired minimalism, adaptive reuse, and collaborative spaces, fostering creativity in Tokyo’s Shibuya district.
