The FIKA House isn't a typical home. Taking up a 384-square-foot corner lot in Tokyo’s Toshima-ku ward, the FIKA House blurs the line between a private space and a public store. The ground level boasts a floor-to-ceiling shelving unit that holds objects for sale. The catch is that these objects are used on a daily basis by the homeowners themselves. But once washed and placed on the shelf, they become marketable one-off products.
Designed by ON Design Partners, the FIKA House focuses on Scandinavian accessories in particular. Like a well-curated thrift store, the designers note, "The sundries are precious collections rather than just commercial goods." Thus, the FIKA House is sure to attract many different people.
Store-Inspired Homes
The FIKA House by ON Design Partners is Like a Stylish Thrift Shop
Trend Themes
1. Blurred Spaces - Opportunity for designers to create spaces that blur the line between public and private to offer unique experiences.
2. Residential Retail - Opportunity for homeowners to monetize their daily used items and turn their spaces into unique shopping experiences.
3. Styled Living - Opportunity for designers to create personalized and customized homes that double as curated retail spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Interior designers can explore ways to make spaces more versatile and offer unique experiences.
2. Sustainability - By repurposing and monetizing used objects, homeowners and designers can contribute to sustainable living.
3. Retail - Retailers can explore opportunities to collaborate with designers and homeowners to offer unique and personalized shopping experiences in residential spaces.