# Compact Milk Carton Abodes The House in Hiyoshi Makes the Most of a Small Space By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-02-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-hiyoshi References: [archiscene.net](http://www.archiscene.net/housing/house-hiyoshi-eana/) & [eana.jp](http://www.eana.jp) The House in Hiyoshi by Enjoy And Architecture firm makes the most out of a small space. This compact abode was created by EANA team Kohei Iwasaki and Tota Abe. Located in the heart of Yokohama City, Kanagawa, Japan
, this milk-carton inspired structure features a [small square footage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-tiny-house) that is enhanced with sophisticated space planning and a clean design concept. The urban House in Hiyoshi features an open all-white interior with large windows that allow for natural light penetration. This modern and sustainable architecture piece embraces [compact living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-micro-house) and a 'less is more' motto. The structure's simplistic facade complements its [open concept interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nozawa) that boasts drywall and glass construction along with natural wood finishes that are reminiscent of its surrounding topography. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Compact Living:** The compact abode in this article demonstrates the trend of maximizing small spaces through sophisticated space planning and clean design concepts. - **Sustainable Architecture:** The House in Hiyoshi exemplifies the trend of sustainable architecture with its open concept interior, large windows for natural light, and use of natural wood finishes. - **Minimalist Design:** The 'less is more' motto of the House in Hiyoshi reflects the trend of minimalist design, focusing on simplicity and clean aesthetics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Interior Design:** The architectural industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in creating efficient, compact living spaces that prioritize functionality and aesthetics. - **Construction and Real Estate:** The construction and real estate industries can capitalize on the trend of sustainable and minimalist design by incorporating eco-friendly materials and promoting smaller, more efficient living spaces. - **Furniture and Home Decor:** The furniture and home decor industry can tap into the trend of compact living by offering space-saving furniture solutions and minimalist home accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Corner Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modus-architect.md) - [Reinvented Compact Living](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-housing-prototype.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Smartly Designed Compact Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-apartments2.md) - [Compact Timber Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akio-isshiki-architects.md) - [Compact Residential Additions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henville-street-house.md) - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md) - [Cave-Like Exposed Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakano-house.md) - [Compact Calming Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-sheltered-space.md)