An American Style Bungalow in Japan

Megan Harris Megan Harris
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You may find it hard to believe that this house is, in fact, located in Yubinbango, Kumamoto Chuo-ku, Japan! It is almost as if someone has picked up a modest 20th century American bungalow in Idaho and deposited it by crane on a plot in Japan! 

However, while this home may look like the picture perfect American bungalow, the driving forces behind its design stand in strong contrast. Let's take a closer look and find out a little more about the architect's concept!

The exterior

At the turn of the century bungalows took America by storm. They were typically one or one and half storey homes, with low construction costs. Central to the bungalow’s appeal was the idea that mass production and artistry could imbricate in one affordable house. 

The Maker's, a Japanese architecture firm who were behind the design of this particular home, eschew cost-cutting through ready-made design. Rather, they seek individual responses to the clients ideals and wishes.

The dining and kitchen space

Inside, the beautiful timber structure is left exposed; elsewhere, the surfaces are painted white. This gives the interior a crisp, yet warm and inviting charm. 

A country classic aesthetic is favoured throughout the design. Division and connection enter into a fluid interplay. The various areas and functions are distinguished and delimited, while being wonderfully connected. 

The kitchen

A closer look at the kitchen draws to attention some of the country classic detailing – from the paneled cabinetry that is painted duck-egg blue, to the floating shelves – it is quaint and lovely. 

Other retro charms are included in the form of the Smeg-style fridge, and the equally retro exhaust hood. For more kitchen ideas, take a look here!

The bathroom

The bathroom is a step closer to the contemporary. The black cabinetry and skirting detail are a stark contrast to the crisp white subway tiles, while the claw foot bath shows that the bathroom still has a foot in the past – no pun intended! 

The classic elements come together with the contemporary in a very sophisticated manner. For more bathroom inspiration, you're sure to find something that piques your interest here!

The living room

Looking down at the living space from the upper level mezzanine, we get a sense of the lofty double-volume space that houses the living space. 

The rich timber floors are complemented by a lighter timber on the ground level walls, while above, the timber paneling is painted white. Exposed brick, and black elements add a touch of the industrial to the otherwise classic-country space. 

If you enjoyed your tour through this home, you may also like to take a look at A Classic Home with A Contemporary Interior!

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