# Sinuous Sliver Architecture O House by Hideyuki Nakayama is a Continuous Occupiable Passage By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-01-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/o-house-by-hideyuki-nakayama References: [dailytonic](http://www.dailytonic.com/o-house-by-hideyuki-nakayama-architecture-jp/) & [hideyukinakayama](http://www.hideyukinakayama.com/) Why live in a glorified box, when your home could take the long and meandering form of the O House by Hideyuki Nakayama? Located in Kyoto, Japan, this unique property solves the challenge of a long lot with a [slim and sinuous floorplan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-fit). Featuring two storeys' height at the front of the dwelling, the O House by Hideyuki Nakayama Architects produces the effect of two [lengthy stacked corridors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya) that lead from a panoramic view of the neighborhood, to a quiet inner lair for living. Complete with wrapping spiral staircases, an [enchanting garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-o) and an enormous curtain that must be about 10m tall, this suburban abode provides the ultimate paradozical experience. Photo Credits: [Designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/12616/hideyuki-nakayama-architecture-o-house-update.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 74% | 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 - **Slim and Sinuous Floorplans:** Embrace unique architectural designs that solve challenges of long lots by utilizing slim and sinuous floorplans. - **Stacked Corridors:** Optimize space in homes and buildings by incorporating stacked corridors that lead to different areas within the structure. - **Enchanting Gardens:** Create captivating outdoor spaces that enhance the overall experience of a property and provide a sanctuary for relaxation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Explore innovative architectural designs that incorporate slim and sinuous floorplans, stacked corridors, and enchanting gardens. - **Real Estate:** Offer unique and captivating properties with slim and sinuous floorplans, stacked corridors, and enchanting gardens to attract buyers who seek distinctive living spaces. - **Landscaping:** Provide landscaping services that specialize in creating enchanting gardens that complement and enhance the design of homes and properties. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Figure 8-Structured House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-loop-house.md) - [Japanese Concept-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oku-house.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Intersecting Block-Formed Narrow Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-fujidera.md) - [Sloped Site Concrete Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oeiras-house.md) - [Compact Corner Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modus-architect.md) - [Floating Level Aesthetic Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-house-1.md) - [Ever-Changing Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya-house.md) - [Circular Garden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-o.md)