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[January-March 2026] Hokkaido-born "Performance x Design" housing brand "DUAL HOME" expands rapidly nationwide. 7 new locations launched.

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Published Mar 29, 2026 9:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 8:05 AM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Architec Planning Co., Ltd.
has announced the addition of seven new franchise locations for its "DUAL HOME" housing brand between January and March 2026.
The brand, which emphasizes both high-performance insulation and sophisticated design, continues to expand its footprint from Tohoku to the Kansai region.

Architec Planning Co., Ltd. has announced the addition of seven new franchise locations for its "DUAL HOME" housing brand between January and March 2026. The brand, which emphasizes both high-performance insulation and sophisticated design, continues to expand its footprint from Tohoku to the Kansai region.

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Published: Mar 29, 2026

Official Website: https://dualhome.jp/

"DUAL HOME," a franchise business operated by Architec Planning Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Sapporo, Hokkaido), which is expanding its custom-built home business nationwide under the concept of "Performance x Design," has confirmed the addition of seven new franchise areas between January and March 2026.

Responding to the demand for both performance and design, expanding nationwide Against the backdrop of recent surges in material costs and rising awareness of energy conservation, there is an increasing need in home building for "uncompromising design" in addition to a balance between "cost and performance."

In this market environment, the custom home brand "DUAL HOME," which combines the insulation and seismic performance required for Hokkaido's harsh climate with sophisticated spatial design, proposes homes optimized for the climate and local conditions of each region. Supported by this unique concept, new franchise stores are currently spreading across the country.

List of new franchise companies (January–March 2026) New partnerships and locations have been established in the following areas:

- 2026.03.26 Shonan Store (LIVIL Co., Ltd.) - 2026.03.16 Kyoto North Store (Nishimai Construction Co., Ltd.) - 2026.03.03 Miyagi North Store (Franchisee: N’s Co., Ltd.) - 2026.02.18 North Osaka Store (Franchisee: GLOW Co., Ltd.) - 2026.02.03 Niigata Store (Franchisee: Fortuna Ltd.) - 2026.02.03 Ibaraki North Store (Franchisee: Daiyu Construction Co., Ltd.) - 2026.01.28 Akita Store (Franchisee: Matsumi Zoen Kensetsu Kogyo Co., Ltd.)

*The dates listed above represent the launch dates of the dedicated pages for each store on the official DUALHOME website.

We have established a system that allows customers to experience the quality of our brand in a wider range of regions, from Tohoku to Kansai.

DUALHOME home building: Performance x Design What DUALHOME provides is not just a house as a "box," but a living environment that becomes the pride of those who live there.

In 2026, we plan to open more than five model homes. With more franchise companies joining after April, we will continue to accelerate our expansion nationwide.

Turning your ideal lifestyle into a real home. DUALHOME will continue to strive for further expansion and service enhancement so that more customers can enjoy the process of building their homes.

▼ Click here for a list and details of DUALHOME stores nationwide https://dualhome.jp/shop/

▼ Get the latest news first. Click here for DUALHOME's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dualhome.official

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FAQ

What is the name of the housing brand expanding nationwide under the 'Performance x Design' concept between January and March 2026?

The housing brand expanding nationwide under the 'Performance x Design' concept between January and March 2026 is DUAL HOME, operated by Architec Planning Co., Ltd.

Which company operates the DUAL HOME franchise and where is its headquarters located?

DUAL HOME is operated by Architec Planning Co., Ltd., which has its headquarters in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan.

How many new DUAL HOME franchise locations were launched between January and March 2026 and what are their names?

Seven new DUAL HOME franchise locations were launched: Shonan Store, Kyoto North Store, Miyagi North Store, North Osaka Store, Niigata Store, Ibaraki North Store, and Akita Store.

What are the launch dates and franchisees for the DUAL HOME Akita Store and Niigata Store?

The DUAL HOME Akita Store launched on January 28, 2026, operated by Matsumi Zoen Kensetsu Kogyo Co., Ltd., and the Niigata Store launched on February 3, 2026, by Fortuna Ltd.

What unique features does the DUAL HOME brand offer to meet regional housing demands across Japan?

DUAL HOME combines Hokkaido-level insulation and seismic performance with sophisticated spatial design to deliver homes optimized for the climate and local conditions of each region in Japan.

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