The design of this remodel of a small two-level residence in Noe Valley reflects the owner’s passion for Japanese architecture. Having decided to completely gut the interior partitions, we devised a better arranged floor plan with traditional Japanese features, including a sunken floor pit for dining and a vocabulary of natural wood trim and casework. Vertical grain Douglas Fir takes the place of Hinoki wood traditionally used in Japan. Natural wood flooring, soft green granite and green glass backsplashes in the kitchen further develop the desired Zen aesthetic. A wall to wall window above the sunken bath/shower creates a connection to the outdoors. Privacy is provided through the use of switchable glass, which goes from opaque to clear with a flick of a switch. We used in-floor heating to eliminate the noise associated with forced-air systems.

Asian dining room in Sacramento.

This is an example of a mid-sized asian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, no island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

築46年の中古住宅をリノベーションしました。前の持ち主が大切にしてきた住宅をLIFETIME七ツ池としてショールーム兼事務所として蘇らせました。
Photo of a mid-sized asian single-wall eat-in kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Small and tranquil, this urban space makes use of the limited area to create a spa-like flow.
Design ideas for a small asian side yard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Mid-sized asian study room in Berlin with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors and a freestanding desk.

Inspiration for a mid-sized asian single-wall open plan kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Inspiration for an asian dining room in Denver.

The location and placement of the Japanese Tea House is very specific and was based on mathematical, metaphysical and spiritual principles. This Tea House is an artistic version of an authentic style Tea House. It is meant to be a one of a kind art piece and yet has the functional capability of holding a traditional Tea ceremony. Photo credits: Dan Drobnick

A formidable pallet of Asian style plant species along with traditional bamboo construction and meandering stone and gravel pathways.
Asian backyard shaded garden in San Francisco with natural stone pavers.

Wandering through the garden a guest can happen upon statues and benches tucked into the landscape. Placed appropriately though the space the art objects help to unify the Asian theme but are not excessive in their presence. Artful statues slow down a visitor, encouraging them to stop and notice the details of the garden. Japanese Forest Grass - Hakonechloa macra, Rhododendron, Bamboo

Living room in Baja beachfront vacation home
Design ideas for an asian living room in Los Angeles.

Inspiration for an asian kitchen in Delhi.

Inspiration for a mid-sized asian kitchen in Rennes.

Design ideas for a mid-sized asian u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Design ideas for an asian bathroom in Sacramento.

Asian home design in Other.

Photo of a small asian wood u-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.

Inspiration for a small asian master bedroom in London with tatami floors and green floor.