'We have completely renovated a typical japanese apartment, common in the 80's. The concept was to do nothing' says Tokujin.
It is an open plan. With furniture and accessories kept to a functional minimum, the walls and architectural detailing become of crucial importance. Sliding folding doors hide functional rooms. Every necessity space can be unvealed by just open doors. close the kitchen and open the studio. Close it and convert the room opening up to washing facilities... In the absence of 'colour', light is used to create visual interest by highlighting surface textures, shape and creating shadows. The use of under-ceiling light tracks reduces the weightiness of the door-walls making the room feel more open, larger and void of the restrictions of space. The material used for the floor is recycled wood, in which old wood chips and resin are synthesized. It is extremely durable and createsa seamless artificial wood surface. You couldn't be this organized and settled, if you had to do it yourselves! Minimalism is more than a great style of home decorating. This look is all about control and design success depends on your willpower not to over buy or over fill a space. Minimalism design relies on subtraction and the preservation of empty space. The absence of 'stuff' is also easy on the mind, by creating peaceful, uncluttered environments. It's time to give yourself the interior you've always wanted. Decide for yourself at: http://www.muji.net/infill/renovation/ text: http://www.designboom.com
