# Structurally Halved Architecture The KHT House Accommodates for Generational Preferences By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-07-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kht-house References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/07/07/kht-house-japan-international-royal-architecture/) & [iraap.jp](http://iraap.jp/) Tokyo studio International Royal Architecture designed the 'KHT House,' a home wishing to accommodate two generations of family. In order to do so, the architects divided the home into two halves. As a result, the inhabitants of the Yamagata Prefecture home are able to live in the lifestyle they choose without disturbing their house mates. The home's asymmetrical exterior is achieved with a combination of curved and diagonal beams. On the west side, a two-storey space is situated under a mono-pitched roof. The space, which is intended for the younger family members, is centered around a double-height living room. Meanwhile, the home's east side is situated underneath a roof that curves upward to create a single-storey space for the elder members of the family to reside. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 40% | 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 - **Multigenerational Living:** Opportunity to design homes that accommodate multiple generations while maintaining privacy and personal preferences. - **Asymmetrical Architecture:** Potential for creating unique and visually striking exteriors using curved and diagonal beams. - **Double-height Spaces:** Designing homes with double-height living rooms to provide an open and spacious atmosphere for younger family members. ### Who This Affects Most - **Residential Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and home builders to specialize in designing and constructing multigenerational homes. - **Construction Materials and Techniques:** Demand for innovative materials and techniques to achieve asymmetrical and visually appealing exteriors. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to create functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces within multigenerational homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Childhood-Inspired Generational Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflection-house.md) - [Ever-Changing Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya-house.md) - [Modern-Updated Traditional Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skip-house.md) - [Moat-Edge Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-antriya-house.md) - [Renovated Multi-Gen Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/n7-bretscha-house.md) - [Courtyard Connection Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac-2.md) - [Intergenerational-Catered ADUs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moongate.md) - [Compact Corner Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modus-architect.md) - [Duplex-Appearing Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duplex-house.md)