![UID Architects has designed a new home in Fukuyama, Japan, with a unique shape inspired by a spiderweb.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-091222-206-01.jpg)
UID Architects has designed a new home in Fukuyama, Japan, with a unique shape inspired by a spiderweb.
The octagonal spiderweb-shaped structure, designed for a family of four, has a slanted 45-degree angled roof, to create an expansive interior with desirable views, ventilation, natural light, and privacy.
![UID Architects has designed a new home in Fukuyama, Japan, with a unique shape inspired by a spiderweb.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-091222-206-02.jpg)
Inside the home, you can see the supporting legs that help to create a centripetal single-room space.
![Inside this modern spiderweb-inspired home, you can see the supporting legs that help to create a centripetal single-room space.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-091222-206-03.jpg)
The interior of the home includes 828 square feet (77 sqm) of open space, with four distinct boxes, which are arranged to create a corridor-like area that functions as the family room and living space.
![The interior of the home includes 828 square feet (77 sqm) of open space, with four distinct boxes, which are arranged to create a corridor-like area that functions as the family room and living space.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-091222-206-04.jpg)
Since no structure defines a given area as a room, the areas and patterns within the space will likely change over time as the children grow and with other changes in family life.
![A raised seating area between individual boxes in this spiderweb-inspired home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/modern-japanese-house-interior-wood-091222-206-05.jpg)
Built-in elements, such as the desk and a raised seating platform, create separate spaces that fit the oddly shaped home.
![A built-in desk tucked into a corner of an octagonal-shaped home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/modern-japanese-house-interior-wood-desk-091222-206-06.jpg)
![A modern Japanese house with a raised seating area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/modern-japanese-house-interior-wood-seating-area-091222-206-07.jpg)
The open dining room is positioned beneath the center of the “spiderweb”, while boxes feature curved corners, softening the interior.
![The open dining room is positioned beneath the center of the "spiderweb", while boxes feature curved corners, softening the interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/modern-japanese-house-interior-wood-091222-206-08.jpg)
![The open dining room is positioned beneath the center of the "spiderweb", while boxes feature curved corners, softening the interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/modern-japanese-house-interior-wood-dining-room-091222-206-09.jpg)
The small kitchen is located adjacent to the dining area and showcases a different wood to the rest of the home.
![The small kitchen in this octagonal-shaped home is located adjacent to the dining area and showcases a different wood to the rest of the home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/modern-japanese-house-interior-wood-kitchen-091222-206-10.jpg)
Here’s a look at the model, diagrams, and floor plan of the home.
![The model of a modern house with an octagonal design that was inspired by a spiderweb.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-architecture-model-091222-206-11.jpg)
![The layout of a modern house with an octagonal design that was inspired by a spiderweb.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-architecture-091222-206-12.jpg)
![The diagram of a modern house with an octagonal design that was inspired by a spiderweb.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-architecture-091222-206-13.jpg)
![The floor plan of a modern house with an octagonal design that was inspired by a spiderweb.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-architecture-091222-206-14.jpg)
![The floor plan of a modern house with an octagonal design that was inspired by a spiderweb.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/spiderweb-inspired-house-design-architecture-091222-206-15.jpg)