# Spiritually Modern Abodes The Muji Home in Japan Emphasizes Family and Health By Leslie Chen | Published 2011-06-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muji-home References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/06/muji-home/) & [thethinkingblog](http://www.thethinkingblog.com/2008/07/no-brand-zen-of-living.html) If you appreciate a simple living space that’s both modern and classic, the [Muji Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muji-compact-life-collection) is sure to impress you. Built by the Japanese retailer Muji, the abode is clean and features the bare necessities of a household. Muji is “known for its streamlined business model and minimalist houseware and home goods,” according to [HypeBeast](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toto). The company has taken this aesthetic into the series of houses it built across Japan. The emphasis on family, health and an eco-conscious lifestyle are values that have also been integrated into this Muji Home. With clean lines and a [minimalist aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meaningful-living), the Muji Home is a modern piece of artwork. These bare essentials are also what make the home a classic design that will never go out of style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 87% | 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modern Minimalism:** Opportunities to incorporate simplicity and cleanliness into home design and decor. - **Family-centered Living:** Potential for businesses to focus on creating spaces and products that prioritize family values and at-home gatherings. - **Eco-friendly Design:** Innovation opportunities for companies to incorporate environmentally conscious practices into home building and interior design. ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** Muji's minimalist and eco-friendly approach could inspire similar designs in the industry. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can consider implementing family-centered values in upcoming housing developments. - **Home Goods:** Opportunities for home goods retailers to provide products that align with a minimalist and eco-friendly lifestyle. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retailer-Owned Japanese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/base-kamogawa.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Japan-Inspired Tiny Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mizuho.md) - [Tranquil Wabi-Sabi Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lagom.md) - [Lofty Minimalist Living Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-living-space1.md) - [Compact Japanese Moden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nozawa.md) - [Minimalist Brand Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muji-is-exhibition-series.md) - [Modern Multi-Purpose Japanese Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muiltipurpose-japanese-building.md) - [Retailer-Opened Food Markets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muji-food-market-1.md)