# Angular Box Abodes The Koya No Sumika Home in Japan Marries Traditional and Modern Design Details By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koya-no-sumika References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/koya-no-sumika-by-ma-style-architects) & [ma-style.jp](http://www.ma-style.jp/Home/ma-style) The Koya No Sumika house by mA-style architects is located in the [coastal city of Yaizu, Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-house-in-onomichi). The design studio marries an aged structure with its contemporary extension to create a [modernist dream home concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-assembly-1). The one-storey Koya No Sumika house is designed for a young couple who requested a [quiet and modest living space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mori-house). The minimalist home "provides its residents with autonomous living spaces designed to maintain a significant relationship with the original construction." The home's triangular design and inverted V roof is juxtaposed with a linear element, resembling a white shadow box. The structure features a partially transparent corridor that runs through a shared garden space while connecting together the home's original shell and newly built extension. The residence is made up of a spacious kitchen and living area, bedrooms and a number of multi-purpose attic spaces that provide its inhabitants with endless storage. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist Living:** Opportunities for creating more affordable minimalist homes for young couples who desire autonomous living spaces. - **Blending Old and New Designs:** Incorporating contemporary extensions into old structures creates unique modernist dream homes. - **Transparent Architecture:** Utilizing partially transparent corridors connects original shells and newly built extensions, allowing for more creative architectural designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Construction:** Incorporating contemporary design elements into traditional homes can provide a unique selling proposition. - **Architecture:** There is a growing expectation for modern designs that preserve the original character of aged structures. - **Real Estate:** Offering minimalist and unique dream homes can attract young homebuyers seeking affordable living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ever-Changing Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya-house.md) - [Traditional Japan-Honoring Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4l-house.md) - [Traditional Japanese-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doma-house.md) - [Contemporary Timber Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-saidera.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Temple-Inspired Idyllic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/k-residence-1.md) - [Modern Multi-Purpose Japanese Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muiltipurpose-japanese-building.md) - [Compact Corner Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modus-architect.md) - [Concrete Boxes-Overlapping Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-tsurumiku.md)