SHAWOOD is born
Japan, 1960. Sekisui House opened as a residential developer founded on the belief that home should be more than shelter. It should be the happiest place in the world. That philosophy deepened after the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake, which caused widespread loss and displacement. In response, the company reinforced its commitment to protecting life and property, leading to SHAWOOD homes engineered for safety and resilience. Built with precision-cut engineered wood and advanced metal joints, they are designed to withstand earthquakes and extreme weather while providing lasting comfort and peace of mind.
A bold vision for the future
In 2020, Sekisui House introduced a global vision to make home the happiest place in the world — a place where people can live fulfilling lives in safe, secure, comfortable, and enduring homes in the era of the 100-year lifespan. This commitment is reinforced through the company’s Sustainability Vision 2050, a long-term initiative developed in collaboration with partners and stakeholders worldwide to strengthen both societal impact and corporate value. Today, as the largest homebuilder in the world, Sekisui House delivers more than 85,000 homes annually — each shaped by decades of research, innovation, and human-centered design.
Where legacy meets a new horizon
SHAWOOD brings that global legacy to the U.S. With its debut, Chowa House set a new standard for wellness-focused design, blending Japanese philosophy with American living. Designed for Zero Energy living with open layouts and indoor-outdoor flow, it introduced a more intentional way of living. Since 2024, SHAWOOD has expanded into communities across the country, sharing its precision craftsmanship and human-centered design. This commitment has earned national recognition, including eight awards at The Nationals and back-to-back Detached Community of the Year.
