Most people try to deck out their gardens in any way possible to attract attention and compliments from neighbors and those passing by; that is not the case with Japanese architect Eto Kenta and his stunning hidden garden design.
Designing this unique-looking metal-clad exterior house in Ōita Prefecture in a way that may seem cold from the outside, the architect has the ultimate secret on the inside: a hidden garden away from prying eyes.
Kenta situated the house in-between a residential neighborhood and a grassy plain, so the house was elusive at the front and open at the back overlooking the greenery.
"Raising a large opening on the south side allows lighting and ventilation into the house, but also ensures privacy from the neighbouring houses," says Kenta.
What's Driving This Trend
- Hidden Garden Design
- This trend explores the integration of secret gardens into architectural designs, providing a private and serene outdoor space.
- Metal-clad Exterior
- The use of metal-clad exteriors in housing design offers a unique and modern aesthetic, adding an element of novelty and visual appeal.
- Privacy Innovation
- The concept of privacy innovation focuses on creative solutions that elevate privacy while maintaining functionality and aesthetics in living spaces.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Architects have the opportunity to incorporate hidden gardens and metal-clad exteriors into their designs, providing clients with innovative and personalized living spaces.
- Real Estate
- Real estate developers can explore the market demand for homes that feature unique design elements like hidden gardens and metal-clad exteriors to differentiate their properties and attract potential buyers.
- Home Decor and Outdoor Living
- The home decor and outdoor living industry can create products and solutions that cater to the growing interest in hidden gardens and privacy innovations, offering customers a range of options to enhance their living spaces.
