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6th Dream Home Art Contest Presents Its Winners

The excitement surrounding the 6th Dream Home Art Contest, organized by LIXIL's Eyeful Home Company, has reached its peak with the announcement of the award-winning works. Targeted at children aged 12 and under, this contest invited young talents to submit artworks that depicted their dream houses, featuring imaginative and whimsical designs that reflect their personal visions of home. This year's competition received an astounding 717 submissions from across the country, showcasing the creativity and diverse perspectives of children.

The contest was divided into two categories: coloring and drawing, allowing children to express their creativity in their preferred medium. The judging panel consisted of company employees and external designers, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation process. Additionally, for the first time, the esteemed expert in inquiry-based learning, Kunihiko Yahagi, joined the panel to provide specialized insights into the children's works. His evaluations and comments aimed to support and encourage the budding creativity of these young minds, highlighting the importance of nurturing imagination in educational environments.

At Eyeful Home, we focus on a children’s design philosophy, which considers the perspectives and needs of children in home design. We strive to create living spaces that foster creativity, autonomy, and curiosity, encapsulated in our concept: 'A Life that Nurtures Children.' The artworks submitted in this contest not only inspired but also serve as foundational elements for developing future kids’ design products, helping to turn children's ideas and dreams into reality.

Highlights from the Award-Winning Entries

Some of the award-winning pieces from the drawing category for children under 12 include:

• - Gold Award: Kaya Bi (9 years old) - Title: House of Exciting Pop-Up Storybooks
• - Silver Award: Nonohana (8 years old) - Title: A House You Can Visit Friends from Around the World
• - Bronze Award: Takehira Aoyagi (11 years old) - Title: Daily Donut Party at the House

Special Participation: About Kunihiko Yahagi

Kunihiko Yahagi is a leading figure in inquiry-based learning, creative education, and liberal arts education. He serves as the director of the Future Institute of Liberal Arts and the head of Chishin Gakusha. He is also a visiting professor at Tama University Graduate School and a board member of the Inquiry Promotion Organization. His recent book, The Classroom Without Correct Answers – What Should We Learn Moving Forward? dives into the evolution of educational methodologies.

Company Overview

Company Name: LIXIL Housing Research Institute, Inc.
President: Kota Higuchi, President of Eyeful Home Company
Headquarters: 1-1-1 Nishinaka, Shinagawa, Tokyo, 141-0033, Japan
Official Websites:

• - LIXIL Housing Research Institute
• - Eyeful Home

About LIXIL Housing Research Institute

As a member of the LIXIL Corporation, which is engaged in the comprehensive residential and building materials, equipment manufacturing and sales business, LIXIL Housing Research Institute operates one of Japan's largest residential franchise chains. Eyeful Home, Fias Home, and GL Home are among the three brands under its management, with plans to introduce two new voluntary chains, 'YUIE' for new constructions and 'DUUO' for house renovations, starting in 2024. This commitment continues to support builders and contractors throughout Japan.

About Eyeful Home

Since its establishment in 1984, Eyeful Home has strived to fulfill its mission of providing better homes to more people at reasonable prices, making homeownership accessible to all. With a strong focus on cost performance and consistent quality, the company has successfully delivered over 180,000 homes, setting a high standard in the housing franchise industry in Japan.