Inspired by modern Japanese minimalism, Hong Kong practice JAAK demolished the walls of this two-bedroom apartment and remodelled it into a studio with an  Photo 18 of 21 in 10 Zen Homes That Champion Japanese Design

10 Zen Homes That Champion Japanese Design

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Inspired by modern Japanese minimalism, Hong Kong practice JAAK demolished the walls of this two-bedroom apartment and remodelled it into a studio with an "engawa" — a space between the indoor and outdoor areas – that helps maximize light penetration into the interiors.