# Multifunctional Studio Sheds Ryuji Kajino's Malubishi Architects Fuses the Modern and Historic By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-06-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-shed References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/06/04/tiny-atelier-ryuji-kajino-barn-conversion-design-studio-flower-craft/) & [malubis](https://www.malubis.com/) Malubishi Architects — a firm based in Okayama and led by Ryuji Kajino — embraced the historic aesthetic of a [tiny house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mizuho) and transformed it into a studio shed. The space was designed for a client who creates beautiful accessories using dry flowers. The structure houses both rooms for working and living, as well as a tiny warehouse for storage. Located on a hillside, the homey studio shed "faces out over a valley toward Japans Seto Inland Sea." This provides the tiny adorable house with a wonderful and immersive view. As the house is [80 years old](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microhome-renovation), Ryuji Kajino and his team focused on introducing contemporary elements without disrupting the core of the traditional dynamic. Photography: Ryuji Kajino ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Historic Aesthetic:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Incorporating modern technology and design into historic architecture to create unique and functional spaces. - **Studio Sheds:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Developing multifunctional sheds as versatile spaces for work, living, and storage. - **Dry Flower Accessories:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Exploring innovative techniques and materials to create beautiful accessories using dried flowers. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Adapting traditional architectural styles with modern elements to meet the demands of contemporary lifestyles. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Designing flexible and efficient spaces like studio sheds to optimize productivity and functionality. - **Floral Industry:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Embracing the trend of dry flower accessories and experimenting with sustainable and eco-friendly manufacturing processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Earthy Tonal Tiled Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-shed-1.md) - [Japanese Minimalism Portland Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mori-house.md) - [Modern Multi-Purpose Japanese Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muiltipurpose-japanese-building.md) - [Simplistic Tranquil Garden Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuinhuis-atelier.md) - [Harmonious Traditional Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kyoto-house.md) - [Renewed Kyoto Townhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-aluc.md) - [Traditional Japan-Honoring Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4l-house.md) - [Revived Stone Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microhome-renovation.md) - [Modular Wooden Shed Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schtauss.md)