Do you all know about the "modern capsule house"?

31 Jul.,2025

The minimalist yet sci-fi "space capsule" cabin is equipped with three-sided floor-to-ceiling viewing Windows. Standing inside the cabin, one can enjoy the scenery outside and the wonderful starry sky in all directions, making one feel as if they were in nature. The interior space layout features one bedroom, one bathroom, one living room and one balcony. The carefully arranged bed is placed with

 

The minimalist yet sci-fi "space capsule" cabin is equipped with three-sided floor-to-ceiling viewing Windows. Standing inside the cabin, one can enjoy the scenery outside and the wonderful starry sky in all directions, making one feel as if they were in nature. The interior space layout features one bedroom, one bathroom, one living room and one balcony. The carefully arranged bed is placed with a soft mattress and comfortable pillows. The cabin is fully furnished with furniture such as sofas, coffee tables and bookshelves.

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Zhongxinjian (Hebei Xiong'an) Technology Co., Ltd. is one of the earliest established and industry-leading Chinese global brand companies in the field of container houses, mobile houses and prefabricated modular houses manufacturing, export and international contracting services. After decades of development, the product line has been very rich, including space capsules, apple cabins, folding container houses, packing container houses, expansion container houses, Internet celebrity creative container houses, bubble houses, etc. 

 

Do you all know about the "modern capsule house"?

 

Nowadays, the high housing prices act like an invisible barrier, blocking the housing dreams of young people. Our city is becoming increasingly crowded. To find a foothold in this "forest", young people are starting to be more frugal.


They explored various ways to save on accommodation costs. Eventually, their eyes turned to a small space called a "space capsule".


The name "space capsule" sounds like a scene from a science fiction novel, as if it carries a futuristic vibe, filling people with anticipation. However, in fact, this concept is not emerging in China for the first time.

In fact, its origin can be traced back to Japan. Japan's bubble economy peaked from the late 1980s to the early 1990s. However, in 1991, it burst, causing many people to lose their jobs and stable sources of income.


In Japan, the space capsule was originally designed as a cheap short-term accommodation option. It provides a simple sleeping space, allowing people to have a private place to rest. But as time goes by, it has gradually integrated into the mainstream of Japanese society and become a new way of life.

 

Do you all know about the "modern capsule house"?

 


The pursuit of a simple lifestyle by the "space capsule" precisely aligns with the Japanese concept of "decluttering", so it has gradually become a choice for the Japanese.


This concept is not widely known in Europe and America because the land there is vast and the population is sparse. Moreover, their houses are relatively large, and people do not feel oppressed. Naturally, there is no need to give up.


Starting from the most common type of house in Europe and America, if they don't need any miscellaneous items, they can simply store them in the garage or basement. Therefore, the concept of "decluttering" is not widely spread in Europe and America.


The occupants of the space capsule

So now, let's take a closer look at the people living in the space capsule. Who are they? Why did they choose to live in the space capsule?


The main residents of the space capsule are a group of young people who pursue an efficient and simple lifestyle. They are mainly distributed in first - and second-tier cities, where housing prices are high and rents are expensive. However, the daily rental price of the cheapest space capsule is only 30 yuan, making it their preferred choice.

Among them are college students who have just graduated and are still looking for jobs, young white-collar workers who are too busy with work to take care of their lives, and entrepreneurs who want to save more funds to invest in starting businesses.

These people choose the space capsule, partly due to economic pressure, but more importantly, they identify with the life concept of the space capsule - simplicity and efficiency.

Of course, the space capsule is not their only option. Some young people still choose youth hostels, but the space capsule provides them with a more private and secure space. Here, they can focus on their work and study without worrying about being disturbed.

 

Do you all know about the "modern capsule house"?

 

But this does not mean that life in the space capsule is problem-free. Although the space capsule provides them with a comfortable living environment, the space of the space capsule is limited, and the lives of the residents will be subject to certain restrictions.

For example, they can't cook in the space capsule and can only choose takeout or the cafeteria. Furthermore, due to the limited space of the space capsule, their personal belongings cannot be placed either.

Now, we have learned about the living conditions of these young people living in the space capsule, their choices, and the challenges they face. So, is the space capsule their best choice? Besides this, are there any better options?

On the other hand, the deeper reason lies in the increasing pressure in modern society, especially on young people. They have to face multiple pressures such as work pressure, study pressure and life pressure.

They need a place where they can calm down and concentrate, and the space capsule precisely provides such an environment.

However, we cannot ignore the problems existing in the space capsule either. The space in the space capsule is limited. Living in the space capsule for a long time may have certain impacts on their physical and mental health.

In fact, for young people, a better choice is to find a stable job, then accumulate experience and funds, and strive to buy a house as soon as possible. Of course, this is not an easy thing, but it is the most realistic and also the most long-term choice. Besides, they can also choose to share a rent with friends. This can not only reduce the cost of living but also increase the joy of life.

Overall, the space capsule is neither the only option nor the best one for young people living in bustling metropolises. They need to combine their own actual situations and choose the lifestyle that suits them best.