# Minimalist Boxed Abodes The House in Yutenji Features a Series of Boxes By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-07-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-yutenji References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/07/30/house-in-yutenji-tokyo-hiroyuki-tanaka-architects/) & [hiroyukitanaka](http://www.hiroyukitanaka.com/) [Japanese architect](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nozawa) Hiroyuki Tanaka renovated the 'House in Yutenji,' by inserting several [white boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunks-and-blocks) into the abandoned space. The plasterboard boxes stop short of the ceiling, allowing the extra space to be used for storage purposes. Tanaka explains, "The couple living here pass between the boxes, sleeping in the box, climbing the box to go up to the loft." The bedroom is contained in the largest box, accessed through the entrance hall, and features a side platform that can be used as a reading space. On the other side, an opening allows visitors to ascend to the raised living space. The [concrete walls are painted white](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyramid-hut), up to a certain point, after which they are left exposed to better correspond to the ceiling beams. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 7% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Boxed Living Spaces:** Opportunity to create more efficient and customizable living spaces by incorporating box-like structures. - **Minimalist Architecture:** Opportunity to simplify and modernize building design by utilizing minimalist architectural elements. - **Vertical Living:** Opportunity to maximize living spaces by utilizing vertical design elements such as lofts and raised living spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to explore new design possibilities that prioritize efficiency and simplicity. - **Real Estate:** Opportunity for developers to create affordable and customizable living spaces that meet the needs of the modern, minimalist lifestyle. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor brands to develop products that complement the minimalistic and efficient design of box-like living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Concrete Boxes-Overlapping Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-tsurumiku.md) - [Multi-Level Japanese Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-hattoritenjin.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Cave-Like Exposed Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakano-house.md) - [Adjustable Japanese Studio Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-frame-of-the-house.md) - [Terraced Urban Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-minamiazabu.md) - [Compact Corner Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modus-architect.md) - [Void-Cut Elevated Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya.md) - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md)