YOUBI DESIGN is a Sapporo-based renovation coordination and interior design service for foreign property owners in Hokkaido. Whether you're building a vacation rental, a second home, or an investment property — I help you get it right, from the ground up.
The name comes from yō no bi — 用の美 — a Japanese philosophy that finds beauty not in appearance, but in purpose. A beautiful home isn't one that looks perfect in photos. It's one that feels right to live in — every day, through every season. That means layouts that move naturally with your daily life. Materials chosen for Hokkaido's climate, not just for aesthetics. Storage that makes tidying effortless. Light and warmth that work with the seasons. Every decision we make — from floor plan to final finish — comes back to one question: does it actually make life feel better?
I've been coordinating renovations in Hokkaido for over 10 years. What sets me apart isn't just local knowledge — it's that I stay involved long after the work is done. How a space holds up through a Hokkaido winter, what guests notice, what owners wish they'd done differently — those lessons shape every project I take on.
Every project is different. Some clients know exactly what they want and need someone to execute it. Others are starting from scratch and need help thinking it through. Either way, I'm here for the whole process.
Based in Sapporo, Hokkaido. All consultations available in English and Japanese, online or in person.
