# Tea Houses on Stilts Terunobu Fujimori Designs The Takasugi-an in Japan By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-04-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-house-too-high-terunobu-fujimori-designs-his-ultimate-tea-house-in-japa References: [loudreams](http://www.loudreams.com/2009/03/20/the-house-on-stilts/) While some people may think that architect, Terunobu Fujimori has lost his mind, others may think that he is an absolutely genius. Terunobu Fujimori’s [tea house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterhouseoyama) is named Takasugi-an, quite literally meaning “a teahouse too high”. It is one of Fujimori’s projects and stands in Chino, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Built on top of [two chestnut trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/more-cabin), it is only accessible by the ladders that rest ever-so-slightly against the trees. Designed for his own use, I think it is safe to say that Terunobu Fujimori believes in his work. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 45% | 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) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Tea House Architecture:** Designing innovative tea house structures that challenge traditional architectural norms. - **Elevated Access Solutions:** Exploring new methods for accessing elevated structures such as ladders or other unconventional means. - **Personalized Design Spaces:** Creating customizable spaces that cater to the specific needs and preferences of individuals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can push the boundaries of traditional design by incorporating unique and unconventional elements into their projects. - **Construction:** Construction companies can specialize in building elevated structures and develop new methods for accessible design. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can create personalized spaces that prioritize functionality and individuality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lantern-Like Tea House Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-house-pavilion-1.md) - [Timber Tradition Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fukasawa-residence.md) - [Reimagined Tea Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wire-mesh.md) - [Cat-Catered Large Japanese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-cat-tree-house.md) - [Memory-Reminiscent Idyllic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tane-garden-house.md) - [Fish Tank-Inspired Japanese Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nao-iwanari.md) - [Transparent Teardrop-Shaped Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yuko-nagayama-associates.md) - [Flood-Mitigating Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ushijima-architects.md) - [Tranquil Elevated Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-house.md)