The #1 Condition for a 'House You Want to Live In Long-Term' is 'Comfortable Livability.' What Areas Did People Find Boring or Dated After Moving In?

■ Awareness Survey on the "Long-Lasting Value" of Homes A new home is the biggest purchase in many people's lives. Precisely because it's a home you've worked hard to acquire, you want to continue thinking, "I'm glad I chose this house," for 10, 20, or more years. However, in reality, don't you sometimes get tired of the design or feel it's become dated after you've started living there? Therefore, this time, in collaboration with Edmonton Imported Homes, we conducted a survey targeting 400 men and women nationwide who responded in a preliminary survey that they "currently live in a owned home," on the topic of "Awareness regarding the 'Long-Lasting Value' of Homes." *When quoting the content of this press release, please take the following actions:* * Provide a statement indicating that the source is "A survey conducted by NEXER Inc. and Edmonton Imported Homes." * Install a link to Edmonton Imported Homes (https://www.edmonton.co.jp/) "Awareness Survey on the 'Long-Lasting Value' of Homes" Survey Outline Survey Method: Internet questionnaire Survey Period: April 2, 2026 - April 7, 2026 Target Audience: Nationwide men and women who responded in a preliminary survey that they "currently live in a owned home." Valid Responses: 400 samples Questions: Q1: What do you think are the conditions for a house you can "want to live in for a long time"? (Multiple answers allowed) Q2: After starting to live there, have you ever thought, "I'm tired of the design," or "It feels old-fashioned"? Q3: In what areas did you feel that way? (Multiple answers allowed) Q4: If you were to build a house again, are there any design aspects you think, "I wish I had done it this way"? Q5: What are those things? Q6: What do you think is important for building a "home you can love for a long time"? *As a general rule, figures are rounded to the second decimal place, so the total may not add up to 100%.* ■ 61.3% Responded That "Comfortable Livability" is the #1 Condition for a "House You Want to Live In Long-Term" First, we asked about the conditions for a house you can "want to live in for a long time." The most common answer was "comfortable livability" at 61.3%. Following that were "durability and longevity" at 54.8%, and "good surrounding environment" at 46.8%. On the other hand, "design that doesn't get boring" accounted for only 11.0%. It can be said that people overwhelmingly prioritize comfort and peace of mind when actually living in a house over its design. ■ 16.3% Responded That They Have Experienced "Getting Tired of the Design" or "Feeling It's Become Dated" After Moving In Next, we asked if they have experienced getting tired of the design or feeling it has become dated after moving in. 16.3% responded "Yes," while 83.8% responded "No." The results show that the majority of people are not dissatisfied with the design of their current home. However, about 1 in 6 people experience some sense of incongruity with the design while living there, which is by no means a small number. ■ 50.8% Reported Feeling Bored or Dated by the "Exterior Design" Next, we asked those who responded that they "got tired of the design / felt it was dated" about the specific areas where they felt that way. The most common response was "exterior design" at 50.8%. Following that were "exterior wall color/texture" and "appearance of fixtures such as kitchens and washbasins," both at 41.5%. The color and material of exterior walls may tend to feel dated due to changes over time. ■ 16.0% Responded That If They Were to Build a House Again, They Have Points They "Wish They Had Done Differently" Next, we also asked if there were any regrets regarding the design aspects if they were to build a house again. 16.0% responded "Yes," and 84.0% responded "No." This means that about 1 in 6 people have "points they'd like to redo" in terms of design. We asked those who answered "Yes" for specific examples, and here are a few: What are those things? * "I wish I could have a toilet with no tank, or maybe just a shower in the bathroom." (30s, Female) * "Regarding storage, I think if I had chosen adjustable shelves, I could have managed it better." (40s, Female) * "I want it to have a chic feel where dirt isn't noticeable." (40s, Male) * "The design is good, but there are inconvenient aspects for living. I think usability is important." (50s, Female) * "I wanted to have carefully considered the flow of movement (workflow/layout)." (50s, Male) The regrets range widely, from the selection of fixtures to storage solutions and the design of living flow. In some cases, prioritizing design aesthetics led to difficulties in actual daily living. This highlights the importance of concretely imagining daily life during the construction phase. ■ What's Important for Building a "Home You Can Love for a Long Time" Finally, we asked what they think is important for building a home that can be loved for a long time. What do you think is important for building a home you can love for a long time? * "I hope the specifications will be flexible, without being too particular from the start." (30s, Female) * "I feel it's important to have construction methods that allow for long-term, safe living, and a floor plan and design that suits the family's lifestyle." (30s, Male) * "Not immediate fashionability, but a practical design and soundness that can be used for a long period." (40s, Female) * "I think it's good to have a floor plan that considers future changes in family composition and a home of a manageable size." (40s, Female) * "Thoroughly considering the living flow and choosing a design that doesn't get boring." (50s, Male) From the responses, we understood that it is considered important not to chase trends too much, to create a floor plan that looks towards the family's future, and to prioritize livability as well as appearance. A home is not the culmination of its completion; it is the starting point for a life that continues for decades. That is precisely why it is crucial to have thorough discussions before building and to plan with a long-term perspective. ■ Summary This survey revealed that "comfortable livability" was most frequently cited as a condition for a "house you want to live in for a long time," indicating that many people prioritize daily comfort and building durability over design aesthetics. On the other hand, approximately 16% of respondents felt their design had become boring or dated after moving in, with particular dissatisfaction noted for the exterior, exterior walls, and fixtures. The voices of regret conveyed the importance of planning that considers living flow and future changes. In home building, rather than just aesthetic preferences, undertaking design with an image of life 10 or 20 years in the future is likely what leads to a home that can be loved for a long time. * Provide a statement indicating that the source is "A survey conducted by NEXER Inc. and Edmonton Imported Homes." * Install a link to Edmonton Imported Homes (https://www.edmonton.co.jp/) [About Edmonton Imported Homes] Company Name: Takasugi Kensetsu Co., Ltd. Representative Director: Hiroshi Takahara Address: 6-10 Hananoki-cho, Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture, 445-0852 Tel: 0563-54-5215 Business Activities: Imported homes, real estate sales and purchases, public civil engineering and construction, vacant house management, renovations [About NEXER Inc.] Headquarters: Rise Arena Bldg. 11F, 4-5-2 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, 170-0013 Representative Director: Yuya Miyata URL: https://www.nexer.co.jp Business Activities: Internet research, SEO, web branding, review content, real shop support, website production