# Science-Defying Houses The Kohki Hiranuma Time and Space House is a Private and Modern Haven By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2011-05-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kohki-hiranuma-time-and-space-house References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/14525/kohki-hiranuma-architect-associates-time-and-space-house.html) & [khaa.jp](http://www.khaa.jp/top/index_e.htm) Located in Osaka, Japan, the Kohki Hiranuma Time and Space House takes modern to a whole other level. Inserted into its site two meters below street level, this house ensures [extreme privacy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stealth-1) in every element of its design. DesignBoom.com describes the house as “constructed out of [reinforced concrete](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakano-house), the house is closed off from the street and gains the majority of its natural daylight through a generous courtyard space." The ceiling height of the living spaces are extremely high, creating a larger sense of space. The last architectural wonder from Japanese design firm Kohki Hiranuma was the [wood-wrapped 'House for Everyone,'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-saidera) but this science-defying abode is sure to cause just as big a stir in the architecture and design world with its emphasis on timelessness and flexibility. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/14525/kohki-hiranuma-architect-associates-time-and-space-house.htmlclass=FourteenG), [khaa.jp](http://www.khaa.jp/top/index_e.htmclass=FourteenG) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Extreme Privacy Houses:** Designing houses with extreme privacy features, such as discreet placement and closed off design. - **Science-defying Architecture:** Pushing the boundaries of traditional architecture through design that breaks conventions. - **Maximizing Natural Lighting in Homes:** Creating sustainable housing designs that maximize natural lighting for energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal. ### Where This Applies - **Real Estate:** Creating housing designs that accommodate demands for security and privacy. - **Architectural Design:** Designing structures that are innovative and daring while maintaining functional and aesthetic value. - **Sustainable Housing:** Using creative design to promote a sustainable household through energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly features. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md) - [Concrete Boxes-Overlapping Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-tsurumiku.md) - [Raw Concrete Industrial Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-nishizaki.md) - [Modern Multi-Purpose Japanese Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muiltipurpose-japanese-building.md) - [Ever-Changing Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya-house.md) - [Void-Cut Elevated Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya.md) - [Multi-Level Japanese Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-hattoritenjin.md) - [Modern Kyoto House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/element-house.md) - [Cave-Like Exposed Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakano-house.md)