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Explaining the design of the shared space in a share house! From popular to mainstream!

Last Modified:2023.12.17

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“I can’t decide on the design of the shared space in my share house.”
"I don't know what designs are popular"
“Which part should I focus on?”

This is the first time that many owners are building a sharehouse and are wondering what kind of design they should go for.

The number of tenants in a shared house changes depending on the design of the shared space.

From here, we will introduce popular designs and mainstream designs by type for shared spaces in share houses.

If you are wondering what kind of design to go for, please refer to it.

Explanation of popular designs for shared spaces in share houses


First, we will explain popular designs for shared spaces.
The following designs are popular.

  • A natural and open cafe

  • sophisticated lounge

  • Simple and modern like a bar

  • Warm Scandinavian style

  • A relaxing lodge

  • old folk house


Share houses designed like stylish cafes are popular with both men and women.

The warm wooden floor, distinctive iron desk and chair, and simple indirect lighting create a stylish and comfortable space.

Luxury share houses that look like sophisticated lounges are also popular.

One of the benefits of living in a shared house is that you can use expensive furniture and home appliances that you wouldn't be able to use if you lived alone.
Therefore, you can feel as if you are living in a tower apartment.

In addition, in men-only share houses, simple modern styles like bars and stately designs like lodges are also gaining popularity.

The design changes depending on the target.
Therefore, before deciding on the design, it is important to have a detailed image of the target tenant.

Mainstream design of share house


From here, we will introduce the mainstream designs for each type of share house.

  • social type

  • Cost performance type

  • Purpose-specific type

  • Zero community type


Let's take a look at each.

social type


The social type is a share house that values ​​interaction between residents.
Characteristically, there are many people living in one building, and the shared space is spacious and substantial.

In most cases, the privacy of the private rooms is better protected than in smaller share houses.
Because we value interaction, the living room is open and the desks and sofas are divided into several sections to make it easy to interact.

Many of the shared spaces are designed like stylish cafes or lounges, where you can enjoy meals and chat together.

Cost performance type


The cost performance type is a share house that focuses on cost performance.
The shared space is kept to a minimum, making it recommended for people who value their time alone.
Some of them don't even have a living room, so even shy people will be able to live there without any problems.

They also have many advantages, such as the rent being cheaper than a regular one-room apartment, being close to the station, having a spacious private room, and having furniture and appliances.

In many cases, the number of people living in the building is small, and the design tends to be homey and familiar.
Therefore, the living room is simple and has the bare minimum of necessities, such as a dining table, sofa, and side table.

Purpose-specific type


The purpose-based type is a shared house where people with similar hobbies and occupations move in together.
There are many different types of share houses, and there are some unusual share houses such as the ones below.

  • engineer

  • executive

  • surfer

  • I like muscle training

  • love the outdoors

  • Animals OK


The share house exclusively for engineers has a working space where you can work from home, a gym and yoga studio for those who like muscle training, and a vaulting facility for those who like the outdoors, so you can save money by saving money on the gym. Masu.

Designs vary depending on the purpose, but the most common ones are those that suit the purpose, such as a luxury atmosphere for a business owner or a beach hut atmosphere for a surfer.

Zero community type


Zero community type is a shared house where there is almost no interaction.
As a result, they don't even know the names of the residents and sometimes don't say hello even if they pass each other.

The shared space is only as small as a typical home.
Many of the designs are extremely simple, and people prefer designs that are easy to use rather than fashionable.

Also, if each room is equipped with a small refrigerator and toilet, so that you can have your own personal space, you will be more likely to gain popularity.

List of common spaces in share houses where you can create your own design


From here, we will introduce spaces where owners can create their own designs.

  • Living/communication room

  • kitchen

  • entrance


Please read on and let your imagination run wild as to what kind of design you would like.

Living/communication room


The living room and communication room are the areas where it is easiest to create your own unique design.
In particular, we will introduce furniture that is easy to care about.

  • sofa

  • table

  • tv board

  • illumination

  • curtain

  • rug

  • painting


Furniture that has a strong presence, such as sofas and tables, makes it easy to create unique designs.
Therefore, it is a good idea to start with large pieces of furniture.

kitchen


The next area where it is easy to create your own unique design is the kitchen.
The kitchen has a presence next to the living room, so choose one with a design that suits your target audience.

Additionally, residents will be pleased if the property is clean and easy to use.
If you are particular about it, we recommend home appliances.

  • kitchen

  • refrigerator

  • microwave oven

  • toaster

  • kettle

  • coffee maker


By matching the colors and designs of home appliances, you can create a sense of unity and create a stylish atmosphere.

If you're going for a cafe-style design, paying particular attention to tableware and seasoning containers will make it more stylish.

entrance


The entrance is surprisingly easy to create your own unique design.
Here are some points that are easy to focus on.

  • mirror

  • Umbrella stand

  • decoration

  • post

  • delivery box


You can change the atmosphere of your entrance by simply preparing a mirror or umbrella stand with a high design quality.
Furthermore, if the mailbox or delivery box outside is stylish, you'll feel better when you get home.
The entrance is the face of your home, so choose one that matches the overall design.

The design of the shared space is an important point when choosing a share house.


I introduced the design of the common space in a share house.

The design of the shared space determines the atmosphere of the share house itself.
For this reason, many people decide which share house to move into based on the design of the shared space.

The design of the shared space can be easily created by matching it to the concept and the users you want to occupy, or by imitating a stylish cafe.

If you are unsure about the design, consider seeking professional help.