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How to Make an Origami House

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A flat paper house with a pointed roof. Fold the square in half, crease the sides to the middle, then fold the sides in again while the top corners flatten into the roof.

You need: One square of paper. 15 cm (6 inch) origami paper is ideal; any square sheet works.

Step by step

  1. Step 1: Start with the coloured side up. Fold the top half behind, down to the bottom edge.
    1

    Start with the coloured side up. Fold the top half behind, down to the bottom edge.

  2. Step 2: Fold in half from side to side, then unfold.
    2

    Fold in half from side to side, then unfold.

  3. Step 3: Fold the left and right edges in to the centre crease, then unfold.
    3

    Fold the left and right edges in to the centre crease, then unfold.

  4. Step 4: Fold the sides in to the centre again, and as you do, push the top corners in and flatten them into a roof.
    4

    Fold the sides in to the centre again, and as you do, push the top corners in and flatten them into a roof.

  5. The finished origami house
    ✓

    Your house is done. Draw a door and windows.

Tips

  • Draw a door and windows, or fold several and make a street.
  • Crease the quarter lines well first: the roof forms itself when the sides fold in.

Questions

What paper do I need for an origami house?

One square of paper. 15 cm (6 inch) origami paper is ideal; any square sheet works.

How hard is it to fold?

It is rated easy and takes 4 steps. It is one of the simpler models on the site.

Can I print the instructions?

Yes. The printable PDF has every diagram and step on 1 page.

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