Tokyo's impermanent skinny house made to age well with owners

Inheritance taxes on land in Japan means plots often get smaller as they are passed on. This “divide and sell” phenomenon in Tokyo translates into some very tiny home sites. When architects Masahiro and Mao Harada were tasked with creating a home on a lot only 2 meters (6.5 feet) wide at its narrowest point, they chose to interpret small as “near” and use the small scale to their advantage.
On the narrowest portion of the lot, along the street, they created a “gatehouse”: used as both an entryway and offices for the clients. The lower level is a gallery for the wife’s art, which is mostly, appropriately, very tiny objects. The second floor, accessible only by a small, wooden ladder, houses the husband’s office with walls lined with books and movies (he directs commercial).
Everything in the Gatehouse is within touching distance, and this is important, and a positive thing. Masahiro calls this type of design “peach skin”. “The nearness between the materials and my eye make clear the very small grains, like a peach skin, so the resolution is richer. When you see big things from a distance you can miss details.”
Behind the Gatehouse, the lot opens up a bit to accommodate the rest of the home. To comply with building codes limiting home height, the Haradas chose to build the home a few feet underground. Again, they chose to see this as an advantage, allowing for a partly submerged bedroom and bathroom, that allow one to feel “like an animal” while having a bath in the ground or “like an insect” when lying on the bed, at eye level with the plants.
After the small, intimate room downstairs the completely open, and high-ceilinged, upstairs feels large. Here one wall is dedicated to a kitchen (partly camouflaged behind tan doors and cabinets) and the other to a full-wall bookshelf which is also structural. Masahiro explains the benefits of using vertical shelf supports that are narrow and very close to each other: the material is cheap; it can be brought in by hand; and it can be created without heavy equipment and instead, by skilled craftspeople.
For the interior finish on both the walls and the floors, they used MDF (medium-density fiberboard) both because it is very affordable, but also because it resembles the paper walls in traditional Japanese homes.
“Here we use paper and wooden materials and everything can return to the earth, so the time scale is near, or small,” explains Masahiro. “We are always thinking about scale. Scale isn’t just big or small. Scale is also time. This building has a permanent quality, but it also feels ephemeral. This house lives with people, and dies with people, and that’s a good thing.”
Mount Fuji Architects: fuji-studio.jp/
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[@a697ag]

'Aging is not a bad thing. Aging is a good thing" ... Beautiful man

[@PointyGorman]

This was my favourite part of the video, very important concept to me :)

[@baboom007]

Aging fucking *SUCKS*

[@ivaanwut]

Aging = Dying

[@RikuTamo44]

i thought he said asian...so "asians are a good thing" 😂😂

[@sheilahiggins6427]

Wabi sabi

[@andreawisner7358]

I like the way they use language to describe potential negatives as positives.

[@thesoucesubstance5727]

Andrea Wisner exactly.

[@Swansen03]

Andrea Wisner that's typical Japanese edicate, it's taboo to speak negatively on things. 'negative' statements will change the characters a bit to represent the positive variant .. ----edit which is to say can get a little weird when there is so much focus on trying to make 'negative' things 'positive'. like say for example a business offer decline, or say problem with a food order or something, but, such is the culture.

[@BlasterTheMaster]

Andrea Wisner I like the way they use their legs to walk around

[@xcaluhbration]

Grantastic 🤣🤣🤣 oh man you beat me to the mean comment!

[@LexorTheUber]

Andrea Wisner personally I don't, in fact I'd much rather they described it in dance

[@jennyneedsmeds]

The way they described this living space is breath taking. Lying on a hill with plants at eye level, Becoming like an insect, in a bear's den, it's very poetic yet simple at the same time.

[@MultiTwentyseven]

Theyre hipsters dude, they make a big deal about everythinh

[@dmorris4196]

Yeah, how they incorporated nature and green space into their propertt is perfect. Escipally living so close to their neighbors .

[@igamesometimes2]

Basically the outcome of too much regulations

[@IJustWantToUseMyName]

They are both artists-they see the world in a unique way.

[@menosbbgirl]

j money exactly!

[@VivalaryMan]

Everytime I think I've got it all figured out.. the Japanese show up.

[@Dashinix]

Ain’t nothing wrong with it.

[@EvanandDevan]

- Pearl Harbor

[@estebansilva1071]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@julianhermanubis6800]

@@dsmooth7183 Which came after Pearl Harbor and the Japanese military invading half of Asia.

[@mmm5149]

@@julianhermanubis6800 What of its house is connected with war? Because small house?

[@lucianolizana446]

Is so small, but at the same time has a lot of dignity and care

[@koleyo9072]

my ex always told me that. now she's dating some black dude idk why

[@liveleaky7571]

Koleyo lol

[@retlawx10]

Luciano Lizana Trump as a little dick but no dignity

[@second_second_]

which one? the office? the house? the house is so big

[@jagajag2575]

This video makes me happy for an oddly unexplainable reason. I believe it had something to do with the calm happiness that emanates from the couple and their modest home.

[@mrjohnnyk]

I think you explained it. It is a nice break from a society that seems to value size and lavishness above all else.

[@revelbangtanexo2642]

I had the same feeling too... but i also sense loneliness :(

[@sofialaya596]

there's lots to learn from other cultures, allways

[@asparrow9876]

The Feng-Shui was definitely at maximum levels. Japanese people are so orderly and innocent when they want to be, it's adorable lmfao.

[@dxdxxddx]

A lot of people don't realise that there are 2 buildings in this video. This whole video is about the couple building 2 different units on their land in order to avoid inheritance tax. They have a normal size house plus the smaller office space in front.

[@Faith_Chi]

Yes, 'sub-divide'. Took me a while to realise too.

[@InvincibleAkuma]

Yes and those people think they live in that skinny container lolol

[@walteredstates]

Thanks v much for explaining this - i didn't think the video, or owners, did, at least not well. Unless i missed it.

[@brunneng38]

Thanks for explaining this. I was wondering where the normal sized room came from.

[@jayesh6687]

Thanks for that

[@TheAlex7863]

This feels like the scene of a Ghibli film. It’s both peaceful and peculiar in the best way.

[@eunicegonzalez1436]

That was I was thinking while watching the video! I love the greens and the books.

[@arleteti]

@@eunicegonzalez1436 ¹¹

[@MFDoomguy21]

Exactly

[@philiq18]

I love the bathroom with the soaking tub. Feels like the outside has been brought inside with the big glass windows.

[@mannygomez7208]

Phresh Ideas + Designs | u v that book shelf z

[@srreal4821]

Digby Dooright i dont think people will go into their property and dig a hole underground to spy on middle aged peopld

[@akashanil4540]

SR Real XD nice one!

[@Alexa-lr8ti]

me the entire video: WHERE IS ALL THIS SPACE COMING FROM

[@GooningAddict69]

Ikr

[@smiley4995]

Like holy shit, is this a fucking Tardis?!

[@SNUPE_FOXX92]

That's what I said! Where did all that other space come from 😂

[@pakceillust1398]

Probably the house on the side, the small one for office

[@BxBL85]

two lower floors (below street level on backyard terrain)

[@MFDoomguy21]

I revisit this episode every few months. There’s something very serene about how they live that I love.

[@jennyneedsmeds]

"Some people live very nervously and are cleaning all the time, but this house lives with people and dies with people, and that's a good thing."

[@MultiTwentyseven]

I have 0 idea what that means.

[@Cementgraytacoma]

@@MultiTwentyseven ikr wtf lmao

[@hornedgoddess8191]

just a buncha of artistic nonsense

[@hornedgoddess8191]

You left out the important parts of the quote. No wonder it seems nonsensical. You left out the aging details. He's saying likes houses that look old. :V

[@amandas7124]

He's actually saying it is a natural process to age, it is not to be frowned upon. Instead of worrying about perfection they enjoy tranquility and forget the pettiness. It's not an uncommon or odd thing, ask your Grandparents.

[@rizky_diananto]

I really like the bed height design. It is nice to wake up seeing that green plants. 🌱🍀

[@HarisEka]

Rizky Diananto true, i need to go camping regularly only to experience that.

[@user-em4om2wv4r]

Rizky Diananto + morning drizzle.........oh my god

[@rizky_diananto]

emozgay srnm there's a glass window between bed & those plants LOL

[@08animefan]

Rizky Diananto Only one problem. If it floods during the night they'd drown

[@GenderPranks]

GamingIncarnate so what. you could wake up and see a field of weed next to your bed and inhale the aroma before plucking a bud off from the tree of life like in heaven.

[@the_feature_selector859]

Was having a bad day and this video calmed me down. Thank you.

[@ratri3319]

I hope your day gets better!

[@ottomattiks3644]

HEY LARRY!

[@fourfortyroadrunner6701]

I was having a good day and this video annoyed me

[@determinedrisk]

BumKneesOhYeah Really did have a calming affect didn't it?

[@mariselasaenz4796]

BumKneesOhYeah oh my goodness yes. His voice and just the whole aura in general 💕

[@margiemonroe3116]

I love how he describes everything. Very metaphoric and beautiful.

[@infinite8eyes]

'It's a rich experience to touch' That's very beautiful line. Yet we often take it for granted.

[@GroovyBearTV]

Despite being small,the house is very beautiful and well organised 👌👌

[@christy9668]

And well ventilated too

[@arufakanzaki]

Japanese

[@marukomax8688]

The design of the house is good especially the bedroom.

[@alonzomartii]

It is Japan.

[@TheShadowofDormin]

I would 100% live there

[@EnergyOfQi]

What a chill video the guy got that asmr voice mang relaxing af

[@nuclearnachos3394]

Fr i thought the same thing

[@JonhMunoz1]

Glo Bro right? So relaxing

[@RabbitConfirmed]

Bit fruty but ok

[@MiNaTo247kushina]

no man doing asmr is kinda strange to me

[@flifestyle2118]

I was about to comment the same thing. It literally made me sleepy, not of boredom (because great vid and very interesting house!), but because their voices are so soothing, lol!

[@kirabradley9497]

I love the use of greenery. It makes something that would be otherwise kind of cold and strange look alive ♡

[@giannicarandang]

Kira Bradley yes

[@micheal2458]

The ladder and climbing will become an issue with human aging at some point. But it's very lovely. If I lived alone, I'd dig it.

[@systemhalodark]

"I'd dig it" I believe that this is called a tomb.

[@sanshirada1119]

@@systemhalodark hahahahaha 😂

[@Faith_Chi]

Install a lift on outer wall.

[@Fartdemon]

Although true, that is only their 'gatehouse' with the ladder - the main house behind it that they live in has stairs to navigate its two floors.

[@true8912]

Some people take care of themselves

[@DgThao]

how come they describe the house but sound like a philosophical story

[@ronanwest1526]

Thao Duong I think they were better trying to explain what this house means to them on a more deeper level. Yes they could spend all video explaining the buildings logistics, and reasoning for how everything was set up, but this project means even more to them than that.

[@pedrooscar1890]

Thao Duong ask a culinary artist to explain his plate. this is an architect. It's an artform for him

[@sandynguyen3162]

It's about the feeling and atmosphere when you are at home.

[@DgThao]

I find it more about the abstract/soul of the house, not the house itself. the way he communicate is very soulful, yes it's an artform of himself. I bet it's how he said "Aging is not a bad thing. Aging is a good thing"

[@XavierXEDO]

Because the house itself its philosophical. It is built to make you feel, enjoy, wonder and find new meanings.

[@larsvdwerf]

This is amazingly perfect. Love the architects ideas about how to look at space. Small is not small, small is near. Great.

[@jasianlerice6309]

Stairs way not a good idea

[@smtel4903]

I was confused by the living room's size. Why is it bigger than any floors? And how many floors does it have?

[@Deva7]

Small is the new big!!!

[@tommywong3147]

@@smtel4903 im asking the same question. How can the top floor be that big??

[@Bolgavets]

@@smtel4903 There are two buildings. The front building had the crafting room and library. The building behind had the bathroom, bedroom, and living area.

[@SocialistSpore]

I love the idea of sleeping at ground level, it's beautiful

[@ykcaydun]

If his wife likes small things, than she’d absolutely adore my self-esteem

[@Mr.NM26]

lady: i like small things husband: "laughs"

[@rohanjha7116]

Small things hurts more😱

[@rupammedhi9943]

good sense of humor dk bose...

[@joelmalimapdg]

Lol 😂😂😂

[@nabilghafar9150]

lol good one

[@bryanchavez9847]

Cue john cena meme Are you sure about that?

[@gabrielathero]

This actually looks very comfortable to live in. I could get used to that.

[@yellowstonethepony7769]

Gabriel Drake yes. it does!

[@hbprobrittop10]

Gabriel Drake You would think it looks comfortable but it's basically like a cheap flat with Japanese decorations.

[@BennyDYT1]

You might think it looks comfortable because you are not living there... now imagine yourself being FORCED to have this place because you could not afford more - Still comfortable? The mindset here is what is really scary about it, because every person deserves their own space... and the smaller it is, the less comfortable you feel. I am not saying that everyone deserves a freakin castle - god no... but a place you can stretch, breathe and overall prospect is healthy for both body and mind... and being stuck in some box is really not so far from being in a cage like an animal and all just because money. There is so much space on our planet and people like these are forced to live in such confined little land mass. That is just not right. Some people might prefer it, but some do not, at least they have a place though that is definitely positive, no matter how big. Still though does not change the fact everyone should be having chance.

[@badoe7138]

Mark Johnson it's not only money, but also space. Japan has one of the largest populations in the world, and it's only a series of islands. The reason why it's so expensive is because the people who own the bigger homes bought those properties first, and obviously they're not going to give that up. Just like how you say that there's so much space in the world, unless through the machinations of war or money, Japan won't be getting any more land.

[@MrGOLDENSHOT25]

Gabriel Drake It's subjective. I'm 6ft 4in with broad shoulders... I like small cars, I like small rooms and small details but the halls and door ways in this house are to small for me. I like the bedroom and bathroom alot though.

[@RayMak]

Inheritance tax is....brutal

[@Internetthingz0]

you

[@astridpinel2789]

@Kalid Ibrahim Japan's population is shrinking ...

[@hkpedxx]

@Kalid Ibrahim no, Japan population is decreasing. There is also a village only 30 people live there.

[@jagdishm3072]

I guess lack of space is one reason why Japanese are so well organised and disciplined to have a quality life ...

[@angelofdeath275]

Solutionist ' lol ikr. Fucking weeb is romanticizing some serious social problems in Japan

[@rocketfx3722]

Japan has the highest suicide rates.

[@spartand001]

@@angelofdeath275 those "social issues" will create strong men unlike the west which is full of soyboy cucks.

[@Celebi50]

stuff it’s clear you know nothing about either cultures so just sit this one out

[@spartand001]

@@Celebi50 how about you fuck off.

[@1KingsDen]

I'm glad they got to the other part of the house because I was thinking "Where is my bed?"...I think it's cool that they have a designated work space and their living area is separate, it's just creative to me.

[@HaggisDruid]

musicfeignraymondify It's a great idea, too. Helps you feel more like it's time to be productive, and not lazy, when you have to change your surroundings a little more. I can barely work in my own room, so I always sit at the kitchen table. I guess it's sorta the same idea.

[@1KingsDen]

ShyMaloki Definitely!

[@smtel4903]

I was confused by the living room's size. Why is it bigger than any floors? And how many floors does it have?

[@internetsummoner]

smtel I asked the same question, that was what through me off !!

[@ranchyeezys5735]

A lot of people are complaining about how it's small and uncomfortable and how he tries to sell it as something it's not, but i would LOVE to live in a place like that. So comfortable, organized and pretty.

[@dangowo]

ikr especially if it's just one or two people. It's so cozy.

[@Lovelylily87]

but how will they climb up on those stairs when they get older?

[@Lumi0215]

Vannie Lee The aging well is about the main house.

[@ronaldtreitner1460]

sure just hope all your neighbors are not the neighbors from hell, you'll hear everything.

[@YOUENNNN]

But it is not small at all 😂

[@prolygamer2947]

Bigger than most of nyc apartments 😅🤣😂

[@anthonymolina7416]

Cleaner too

[@zandyzain6241]

And Hong Kong

[@menosbbgirl]

"now I think this house and I are changing together and gradually becoming one thing." They are sooo gonna haunt this house when they die!!!😹😹😹

[@ATUAMAEzinha]

they are so calm and organized

[@SMGJohn]

Well its not in America is it now? This is in Japan.

[@Happi-HD]

SMGJohn your point is?

[@neomcdoom]

Cosmonauteable Except their population is declining because they can’t work up the nerve to fuck each other

[@bee5120]

The ironic thing is that many of these skinny houses are still bigger than the broom closet apartments you can rent for $1000+ in NYC.

[@username-jn6uo]

Trur

[@stephenmiller9009]

*squats in bernie sanders 4th mansion*

[@febuary1497]

Hehe tru tho

[@byproxivods9904]

True shit man

[@bryanmartinez6600]

@@stephenmiller9009 RUN AWAY HE'S AFTER YOUR 401K!!!

[@marypoppins123]

This house is like the Tardis, it has soooo much space. I would loved to have seen a floor plan or architectural drawings. Beautiful

[@julisrissfeld6492]

Definitely none an inch of space wasted, very innovative, well planned and organize. Great job

[@Camelfacekamala]

Its nice to see a Japanese man not working 80 hours a week and actually taking time to enjoy life

[@quietus5138]

Oh and here I was thinking they were a perfect match. He likes details, she likes small things.

[@Camelfacekamala]

Cassidy Keen I was almost thinking the same thing but they're all so polite and well mannered its hard to tell what their deal is

[@Camelfacekamala]

DarkestStar lmfao right

[@Summer0234]

lapattemar yes if you read the description he is the architect not her husband

[@madhatterloveswhiskey2445]

They work for a small, tiny flat, having no time to piss. This guy teaches them another lesson...

[@horses4555]

I love Japanese culture, so calm, collected and gentle.

[@romko4496]

You better ask how gentle their culture is someone who witnessed it from first hand: Koreans, Manchurian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Philippinos etc.

[@minisurfbanana]

Rom Ko still bitter? Look at Americans! Killed 100 million native Americans!

[@minkere]

At least the Americans didn't perform horrific experiments on Natives.

[@tlohbor2690]

i dont. i dont think they are calm, collected or gentle

[@GetTpOrDIE]

Yankees were lucky to not have neighbors like koreans...

[@Patricia-wo5el]

Thank you so much Kirsten for this video. I'm learning so much from the tiny little house, Van life, skoolie vids and right now I'm downsizing my house. Getting rid of all the clutter and what not.

[@ZingyTrends]

Where is all the space coming from I just noticed that there are two houses Small building for business and office Big one : a space conservative house

[@hytube999]

The architect has a very calm way of talking and great use of words. Love it. The translation is a little truncated on occasions - but not bad.

[@LaMasLatinaaa]

hytube999 i agree! that's what i loved most, how carefully he chose his words. really emphasized the thoughtfulness put into the construction of the home

[@tibs7095]

Yea. It all sounded like poetry.

[@kap1117]

His voice sounds so soothing almost like an asmr video

[@steveh4290]

Exactly what I was thinking! Similar to an ASMR vid I saw with a Japanese barber!

[@lysamachite507]

KAP 111 I

[@erin8133]

That's exactly what I thought when he started talking! It's so nice.

[@second_second_]

what is asmr

[@ascended17]

He has a similar voice to the person who plays Alucard in Simphony of the Night

[@scoutrelic1537]

"I have a workspace there" *shows drawing tools* I already loves her

[@katherandefy]

The pocket garden is such a lovely intimate view. And their amazing descriptions are so self-deprecatingly proud and contentedly charming. So nice to meet them.

[@mizzpoetrics]

I'm very impressed with this, especially the grass at the front door & the little garden by the bedroom! The living room topped it off for me, as it has a feeling of being in a tree house. Happy vibes from the owners & this house! 😊

[@ssimms8995]

As a person who plans to remain single and doesn’t like to spend much money, this looks like the dream. Small house, less to keep clean

[@paytonvahlberg3938]

RuyXavier I don’t see why it’s looked down upon to be single. She wants to stay single, so let her be. She’s going to be so independent, she’ll be able to solve problems on her own, and she won’t have to rely on anyone. If she’s truly wanting to stay single, and isn’t just saying that because she’s not confident in herself, then good for her. I’d rather people be single, and happy with themselves, then be forced to be in pointless relationships just because you assholes are pressuring her. Being single, isn’t edgy

[@shirkit5798]

Bla bla bla

[@cerephyr1799]

@Slice Dice in which country do you live that more kids mean more money?

[@kashinimeyo]

“Doesn’t like to spend much money” I promise you that this was a very expensive house in terms of excavation, design, etc.

[@xXWorldgamefunXx]

@@kashinimeyo You are probably paying more than a million in USD for this? It looks incredibly expensive.

[@contras.]

So how are your zoning laws? Japanese: yes

[@tajida]

I really like this house and its decoration! Everything is in place. Especially on bookshelves, books are easy to read and reach. And the kitchen area is wonderful. Talented people! I would love to live in such a house! Thank you for the beautiful work! Good luck to you today and every day!

[@GENRTS]

lovely and practical, with the ambience of a tree house

[@IIIIALBYIIII]

Regardless how big your house is, you can only be at one room at one time. Edit: wow thanks for likes.

[@holy_shushcabin3716]

Fascinating concept. How did it come to you?

[@reginaldpetalcorin348]

Not unless if your house is not divided with walls (except the loo) and you live alone.

[@aaronrosner8446]

IIAlbertII not if you sleep inside your car!

[@DuskSunDawn]

And you will have problems going upstairs when you get old.

[@russianpueblo]

IIAlbertII that’s what poor or lazy people say to justify their situation, there is a big, big difference between a house and a small cage.

[@pura.bakes1]

The structural system with the wooden beams is very impressive

[@andyfumo8931]

How so,? Think most all homes have wooden beam structure 🤔

[@roydoorenspleet6733]

Just lovely. That they kept some exterior garden space and made that work on all the levels of the house - just beautiful. Nice people too.

[@kihntagious]

I love see people all over the world go through life like I do, one day at a time.

[@Dawdan4]

so u wanna say im weird when i think about everything all the time?

[@jw6471]

Barbyl W b

[@asnfhtmlzxsje274]

Barbyl W ..see d world through u tube 😋

[@holy_shushcabin3716]

Uh...

[@izzaghassani7187]

okay

[@tagaway6173]

I'm so dumb. I still don't understand how the house is set. I see it from outside and the length/height doesn't match the inside in my head. It looks really spacious on the inside, compared to the outside. I need the floor plan :)

[@tomvu4126]

3:50 they went to another building

[@InfernosReaper]

On both buildings, the have little or no insulation. The shelves are part of the wall & overall structure. The residence building is also partially underground.

[@doob626]

InfernosReaper When they were in the bathroom talking about it being in the ground, it seemed like it was at ground level outside of the window. The pot’s were just on the fence.

[@InfernosReaper]

@@doob626 Yes. I did say the part of the home where the people live is partially underground. That seems to include both the bathroom and the bedroom. The upstairs portion seems to be a living room and kitchen.

[@y-fj9hh]

doubldog26 I think it’s the floor that dogs a little into the ground. Like, that the foundation is down in the ground instead of on top of it

[@anastsias]

At the end of video: "I dont want to go out.. " 2020: his wish come true

[@hollydavid7363]

I really love how the available spaces were used efficiently for living. The shelves were not only for storage and decoration, but also provided structure. My only concern is the risk of objects falling down due to an earthquake. I recently experienced it, so I became somehow sensitive when it comes to unstable objects. But then again, I would work hard to live in this small house. It is enough.

[@GroveDaLord]

He's so soft spoken you could learn so much from him just by talking for like 5 minutes. I wish I had a Japanese friend to talk to ☹️

[@snail_chan1119]

Weeb

[@huamenger6799]

Iucky me I guess

[@whaatt6791]

I have a Japanese friend, not everyone is like this hes probably the most extroverted person I know hah

[@Braintier]

@@whaatt6791 introvert ?*

[@thesmellycatjazz]

@@Braintier extrovert means outgoing and chatty. The opposite of the guy in the video

[@eandean]

They have a lot of stuff for a tiny house. Also, I think tiny spaces require a lot of work and patience. Since storage is an issue due to minimal space, a lot of packing and unpacking is required to maintain the clean look. It's like origami. It's an art but it's not for everybody.

[@olliestone5549]

True. One must have enough dedication and perseverance to one's finished work. Honestly speaking, maintenance would be very difficult (for me at least).

[@alohatigers1199]

No, a minimalist lifestyle is achievable. You realize that you have too much that you don’t use.

[@syedshamsher6751]

I really love the layout of the house and I'll appreciate to that house owner who maintained it so beautifully . Hats off

[@thatskyciel3067]

The way they described small, tiny is very poetic and intimate and made me want a house like this too. Everything is so compact, nothing less, nothing more. I feel like they're already achieved ikigai living in this home

[@NotGahruvey]

I really have been living my life so wrong. This is pure beauty pure genius and it looks great. They have the best views in all spots of their house this is amazing

[@tonysavath6491]

They seem peaceful. I bet they have the nicest arguments as a couple lol

[@alananguyen1]

Tony Savath he’s the architect not the husband

[@mofisbroth]

LOL

[@Borderlands808]

I like how they go in depth about every little thing and how passionate they really are about their home.

[@Deenanaanu]

Even the fish tank is so beautiful! The bedroom window is just amazing! My favorite channel on KZbin.

[@DON-2016]

The architects voice is very soothing I was falling asleep listening 2 him 👌🏻

[@chraosta]

*Rain starts pouring, lofi starts playing in background* Oh god couldn't think of a more ideal place for a situation like that... (cup of tea/coffee for bonus points)

[@skelitonking117]

KDA (G) IDLE because of how it is in the ground probably quite well tbh

[@inessa5923]

Yuck that’s some cringy shit

[@aestheticenergyinc.9614]

Sounds really cozy I love the feeling of calm you get in those kinds of environments

[@snflwrchan8019]

@KDA (G) IDLE this is japan. They already thought of that. He even talked about the shelves not just for storage but its main purpose is actually a beam.

[@pushpachaudhary9390]

Loved the eye level green view from the bed room. It is like lying down in lawn

[@OlafThorbjorn]

It’s lovely how they explain and find meaning in that tiny tiny home.

[@Alan_Blossom]

I don't know how many times this video keep on poping on my recomendation and how many times i have watched it already. -.-

[@ya6068]

You have the option the have the video not recommended anymore

[@HiiroHiro5]

I like the concept and the contrast. It's the first time I see a house like that in my life. It's something you definitely don't see in Brazil. It's small yet you don't feel claustrophobic because of the big windows and the height and it's very organized and well thought for the people living there. Thank you for sharing this!!!

[@desireemariemaligro7039]

I want to be rich and live a house like this and just enjoy my life

[@victoriahill7218]

Really beautiful. A home which is in itself a member of the family. We need more architects who design this way. Thank you for sharing.

[@Karmacide]

"Everything here touches each other" *Ok then.*

[@GootWaysecrettwinofGerardWay]

Lost Karma LMAO

[@davemarx7856]

I need an adult.

[@REDxFROG]

She loves small things

[@cheesefan303]

Wanna visit the house with me?

[@auni81]

The translation is off.

[@suddypahp2148]

when u tryna build a house in sims without using cheats

[@GamingStew]

this dudes voices is so soothing. this could be an asmr meditation.

[@lcdd9091]

I am loving these people's idea of Life. Beautiful. And their lovely, cozy home reflects that. They have a deep respect for themselves and all things around them. Their garden is breathtaking.

[@definitelycortez3408]

Remarkable. Lovely. It is almost magical to be on a crowded street in an almost Industrial feeling area and walk into a door and suddenly feel as though you have been transported to a wooden home in parkland or woods.

[@miezly23]

LeAnn Cortez t

[@chrisbrown3549]

Definitely Cortez exactly ms.definitely.👊

[@toshinotakiyami]

Wow i feel so relaxed just by looking at this beautiful house

[@elle5031]

Love all of the shelves...such a great use of space. And with the 2nd story...what a difference that makes...very nice...

[@mjfoodchannel4921]

I love the view from the bedroom and the living room. It's a small house but I like how they manage to save the space and it feels like you are close to nature.

[@蓮90]

Rest of the world: "This house make me happy. I love it." Japan: "I will become one with this house. This house will live and die alongside me". Damn I love how spiritual the Japanese are.

[@kuchikopi4631]

You say that and the average house in Japan lasts 25-30 years....

[@Udayanverma]

as per Japan standard its a big house. very beautifully designed

[@crispinsugita9398]

Udayan Verma no it's still tiny in Japan lol

[@aquaman6166]

No it isn't.

[@nothingheretowatch7371]

This is nano small for croatia

[@aidenfarmer1371]

theplayboymaster what is wrong with you? That opinion so uniformed, racist, and completely wrong it’s impressive.

[@saikou1490]

i think it depends what part of japan youre from. ive seen my aunts house in gifu and its pretty sizeable in terms of land area and the size of the house.

[@ashleycoats9071]

Loved their bathroom and bedroom. The green space right outside their window was beautiful

[@missryanswers]

Sir you and your wife have amazing spirit, bond, serenity and your home is an extension of you both. It's very easy to see that connection. It's absolutely beautiful to witness. I'd give you a Nobel Prize for Oneness with your home, community, spouse, and mother earth. Stunning.

[@rbcv841]

amazing, absolutely amazing. rarely have i seen a video and become refreshed and energetic as this video has made me to be. The residents' attitude towards life and their ingenuity in home furnishings and architecture is simply mind blowing and awe inspiring. awesome video.

[@isaac198428]

I love their big glass windows for natural light! Feels so cozy... But Americans here are too lazy to go up a ladder everyday or too fat to live such a tiny home. Everything in this tiny home has a purpose even the walls. Okay, I’m jealous! Lol

[@learnmany6680]

Isaac Kamau Lol we can't generalize America too hard just because it becomes much less a fact. Possibly in inner cities in the states people might "possibly" be lazy and fat, but in the Southern states people take care of themselves quite well here. Either that, or they bottle magnesium citrate often

[@tizellao1429]

malik spruill a majority of Americans are obese or morbidly obese. It’s safe to generalize that. Southern states are by far the fattest btw.

[@learnmany6680]

@@tizellao1429 where do we go with that information though? Do our generalizations create a structure of permanence that are unmoved and statistically valid forever, or do we do like more Americans are doing today, which is living healthier lives. People adapt, which is what kept the world going this far. People are now getting into the trends of keto dieting and exercising to prevent illnesses like diabetes to this day. And, I'm sure I'm not the only American that would actually love to live in a home like that while also being able to fit through the floor holes. Such warmth

[@ShanteRoxxane]

malik spruill Nope. The south is filled with morbidly obese people. There's more fit people in the north and west coast. Isn't Houston, Texas the fattest city??

[@boomerangsruckflug8513]

@@tizellao1429 Florida...lol...

[@YuGiOhDuelChannel]

It would have helped if they actually show an outside shot of the main house in the back...smh

[@babyboeboe]

thats what ive been trying to figure out the whole video xD

[@Eener1000]

Living in the crowded Netherlands, I sometimes watch American house hunter shows where they complain that "the kitchen is so small.." when the kitchen is the size of an entire downstairs floorplan here. But this house is on a whole other level

[@BenjiSun]

the aesthetics of this small house space is just amazing. i love the shelving as well, there's very little wasted vertical space and how it flows up along the ceiling is really pleasing to the eye. that staircase to go up to the 2nd level gatehouse i wouldn't mind putting outdoors instead and maybe a bit more subtle colours than beige and wood, but they help highlight the art pieces by the wife. this is my favourite of the showcased houses so far. and do i notice a snake skeleton in the corner of the living room next to the big window?

[@wormfriend9200]

snakes have skeletons????

[@BenjiSun]

see 10:17 it's behind the ladder. i could be totally wrong but that looks like maybe a python skeleton?

[@chrisdooley6468]

Love it. Btw have you featured a handicap accessible tiny home yet? I just started the process of looking for a builder and land to put it on and would love to get some ideas. I'm thinking of using two containers and constructing a structure between the two for a living space and have got great ideas from your videos :)

[@kirstendirksen]

Not yet, but I'd like to. Maybe yours will be first. Am talking to a couple others building accessible places, just need to film one.

[@annieheath986]

Chris Dooley ... Tiny House Nation did that. I believe it was 400 Sq feet. There was a garage door that opened up from the living room to the deck. It was good usable space. I loved it.

[@aubreykue]

Chris Dooley I stayed in a handicap accessible tiny house at the Caravan Tiny House Hotel in Portland last June. It was absolutely beautiful and very spacious. It's called "Pacifica".

[@lizardki115alt7]

Chris Dooley they already have ramps that allow you to enter your house.

[@LemonSoulz]

Not a good idea. Look up homemade bomb shelters in the UK. Your asking for a death trap.

[@carlosledesma5592]

One of the first/best skinny tiny houses i have seen 💯💪

[@ampink81ify]

ooh! this reminds me of the lady who showed her apartment on tiny living and she could sit down and touch the walls from her back to her feet but it looked so cool to utilize :D

[@colterwehmeier7258]

This is my favorite project so far! I am very intrigued by the structural system. Are the wood beams actually load bearing? I can't see any cross bracing besides the shelves.

[@curbowman]

I think it's an Aerohouse, a prefab system. The best part is that since it's built inside a factory there are no delays due to bad weather. The only on site work is for the foundations and services (water, gas, electricity). Learn more about it here: www.aerohouse.net/modules/pico/index.php?content_id=1

[@juandenz2008]

Could be a prefab system, but he talks about bringing the materials on site and making things by hand with the precision of craftsmen, so I'm thinking maybe not.

[@arcd941]

Colter Wehmeier they say in the video that the divisions with the shelves are indeed part of the support structure.

[@dahm781]

Colter Wehmeier i was wondering the same thing

[@xgibtkeinenamenmehrx]

There is no need for cross bracing because the back side if the shelf works as a disk. Or so i imagine.

[@0munkey0numberZERO]

That house needs a cat

[@hyacinthdibley]

It might eat the fish in he aquarium.

[@noviceprepper5397]

I liked how the tiny fish came immediately for a feed. I think the light was abit bright for them though.

[@SuperPurpleleopard]

I am sure I saw one in the garden, it's black and was sleeping

[@mongreleater]

im afraid a cat will ruin all the mdf. mine seems to love destroying the stuff

[@Handl3412]

0munkey0numberZERO the cat is busy filming when the lady with camera gets tired

[@ratkunnn8612]

i love how happy they seem. they’re truly content with their space and life and it really shows :)

[@no_one01-5]

Where did that living room/kitchen appeared? It's wider than most of the house combined.

[@tuss1252]

no one, someone posted that the couple have two buildings there, with the tiny one in front.

[@riseevolution]

😅 I AM confused with that!!!! Eheh

[@nadominhoca]

carol lynn lee what do you mean someone said?!? Its in the damn video, just watch it!

[@KittyGata314]

no one side ways

[@annblack3146]

the home is amazing but I was confused when it came to the small and large spaces of the home.

[@syikinazib102]

Ann Black i think the small space is like their 2 storey office in the front. Than at the back there is another building seperated for their room bathroom livinvg room and kitchen

[@fumbelina1]

I too am confused. I would like to see the configuration from outside. I will say that it was a relief to find one room that was...well, roomy. In that case I could live there otherwise I was feeling too claustrophobic in the first two.

[@perseus086]

Check the house called "near house" on the fuji studio site that is on the description. The site has like sliders. Go the last 5 sliders on the "near house" carousel and then you have the plans. There are 2 houses in reality

[@CalvinHikes]

Ann Black yeah I was also confused. It became obvious that there are two different houses. it's also obvious that for some reason the documentary is trying to hide this a bit. the skinny house is like their shed out front.

[@takeyourtime5025]

i am confused too. i need the blueprint of the design ofthe house to get clear

[@Instab]

that's a high level of self-persuasion

[@desurbe2201]

What a poetry into the HOUSE, it is always taking about inside and outside landscapes!.

[@benitogomez3299]

What an awesome concept for a home. For being small it’s very spacious. I’d love to live in a home like that.