# Modern Rustic Homes The Kyodo House in Japan Uses Strikingly Slanted Wood Slats By Meghan Young | Published 2016-01-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kyodo-house References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2016/01/the-kyodo-house-in-japan-by-sandwich-x-team-low-energy/) There are cookie cutter homes and then there is the Kyodo House. A stunning example of [geometric architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nozawa), it puts a modern twist on rustic designs. Although made predominantly of warm wooden slats, the Kyodo House uses them in a strikingly slanted way that turns the material into a work of art. Inside is just as impressive with its [minimal aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mori-house) and airy feel. A collaborative effort between Sandwich and [Team Low-Energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grownup-repair-kit), the Kyodo House is located in Japan. Swipelife writes, "Its overall program uses overlapping boxes for interior space organization. It also comes with a study room that works as some kind of ventilation to the point that air conditioners are deemed useless inside the house." Overall, it's a family home anyone would be lucky enough to live in. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 40% | 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 - **Geometric Architecture:** There is an opportunity to innovate by exploring the use of geometric shapes and angles in architecture and interior design. - **Rustic Modernism:** The intersection between rustic and modern design offers opportunities to create unique and visually striking homes and interiors. - **Energy-efficient Homes:** Creating homes that utilize natural ventilation and reduce energy consumption presents a major innovation opportunity in the real estate industry. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architects can explore the innovative use of geometric shapes and angles to create visually striking buildings and interiors. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can create unique and visually stunning homes by combining elements of rustic and modern design. - **Real Estate:** Real estate professionals can explore the development of energy-efficient homes that reduce energy consumption and utilize natural ventilation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raw Blackened-Wood Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaguchicho-house.md) - [Modern Kyoto House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/element-house.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Timber Tradition Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fukasawa-residence.md) - [Modern Multi-Purpose Japanese Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muiltipurpose-japanese-building.md) - [Traditional Japan-Honoring Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4l-house.md) - [Ever-Changing Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya-house.md) - [Barn-Inspired Timber Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-w-1.md) - [Compact Timber Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akio-isshiki-architects.md)