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Abandoned houses are on the rise in Japan. This Tokyo home’s renovation is pushing back

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With the renovation of the Ōmori House in Ōta Ward of Tokyo, Roovice addresses the unique Japanese phenomenon of akiya, which refers to the growing number of derelict, abandoned homes. - Akira Nakamura
Upon learning of Roovice's kariage initiative, targeted at revitalizing and subleasing ageing, unoccupied properties at no cost, the owner of the 60-year-old, two-storey wooden residence approached the architecture studio to participate. - Akira Nakamura
o maintain the local architectural heritage and the home’s retro aesthetic, the intervention was mainly based on increasing the flow of natural light and air through the removal of unnecessary partitions and fixtures to create a harmonious open space. - Akira Nakamura

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Roovice renovated a previously abandoned home in Tokyo, responding to the growing number of disused domiciles in Japan.

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With the renovation of the Ōmori House in Ōta Ward of

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