KAI Izumo

This is a project of a hot spring inn newly opened in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture.
On the west side of the facility, you can see Hinomisaki Lighthouse, which is the tallest stone lighthouse in Japan. ", a book lounge, a restaurant, a large public bath with an open-air bath, and a total of 39 guest rooms.

Since the facility is close to Izumo Taisha, it is easy to understand the connection and story with Izumo Taisha and mythology, and since there are two facilities of the same brand in Shimane Prefecture, we will add the charm of natural elements that are unique to the Hinomisaki area where the facility is located. I received a request that I want you to change it.

Based on the psychological background of wanting to purify oneself before and after visiting Izumo Taisha Shrine, the concept of "Umiiro Misogi" is used to purify the mind and body with the ever-changing colors of the Sea of Japan. was dropped into the space.
The west-facing guest room has a living area dyed in indigo, concept design to make the orange of the setting sun more beautiful.
The rooms on the east side have a motif of the mysterious sunrise of the Sea of Japan, and the walls are made of washi paper made by a local craftsman who dyes Sekishu washi paper in red with red iron oxide, creating a clean space with Hinomisaki-like materials and colors.

The entrance is very symbolic and has become a very popular photo spot for customers.
In addition, by reflecting the intentions of local artists in the setting and telling the customers the background to the creation and the story of the work, there are many people who are very interested and interested in Shimane's culture. increase.
On both the lighthouse side and the sea side, we have received very high satisfaction with the installation that matches the change of time due to the scenery.