All things considered, 40 square meters of space is not much to work with and it feels even more limited when you put addition construction restrictions in place, which limit the actual built area. It is in here that tiny homes with smart design and innovative floor plan come to your rescue. House in Shukugawa designed by FujiwaraMuro Architects is one such efficient and modern space-conscious small home where every inch on offer has been maximized to the hilt. Moving away from the more traditional floor plan, the house features bedrooms and bathrooms on the lower level with the living area, kitchen and dining on the upper floor.
Smart and space-savvy Japanese home has been set back on the lot

It is the design of the open plan living area that is the real highlight in here with a split-level that ensures that the small area feels much bigger than it really ease. Large windows bring in ample natural light into the kitchen with smart reading zones, study areas and sitting nooks making most of the green views in different directions. The split level floor plan also allows the residents to have a lovely family time even while giving semi-private workstations and relaxation zones when needed. It is a home that feels different in more ways than one! [Photography: Naoki Yoshikawa] Making most of space inside the small Japanese home with custom reading nooks that offer storage
Second floor dining area and kitchen of the small Japanese home
Smart niches on the upper level...