Japanese architecture firm CAPD designed a hidden modern home with a deceptive industrial exterior. From the road, this house looks similar to a shipping crate, with a nondescript design and simple features. Inside is a bright home with high ceilings that reaches 137 square meters and runs the length of the entire plot of land.
Referred to as the 'Hi-Lo House' because of its gabled roof, this residence looks as though it is split in two and built at separate levels. The bright white features, simple lines and large windows make this house a hidden gem on the inside. Allowing mass amounts of light into every room, the black window frames offer a modern, contrasting look. In the middle of the home, there is a large terrace, providing an outdoor courtyard between the kitchen and the living room. This hidden modern home showcases one-of-a-kind modern design features.
Image Credit: Daisuke Shima
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Deceptive Industrial Design
- There is an opportunity to create deceptive designs in other industries such as furniture and automotive sectors.
- Maximizing Space Through Creative Design
- There is potential to apply creative designs that maximize space in other industries such as real estate and hospitality.
- Contrasting Elements in Design
- Other industries such as fashion and graphic design can explore the use of contrasting elements to create unique designs.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Architecture and real estate industries can explore deceptive designs to create more functional and unique living/working spaces.
- Furniture
- The furniture industry can explore maximizing space through creative designs, such as expanding furniture for small spaces.
- Automotive
- The automotive industry can adopt deceptive industrial design to create more aesthetically unique and functional vehicles.
