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Our company was responsible for the design, planning, and construction of "H¹O," a rental office operated by Nomura Real Estate Co., Ltd. Based on the concept of "HUMAN FIRST OFFICE," H¹O is a flexible office developed with a focus on supporting each individual working there, rather than the company as a whole, emphasizing individual capabilities, security, and comfort. Normally, clients acquire land and start from building construction, but in this project, we took a first-of-its-kind approach by becoming a tenant in an existing facility. For the interior design, we aimed to create a design plan inspired by the history and memories of Yokohama, as well as realizing a shared environment where each person working there can feel comfortable. Furthermore, in the equipment design, we worked closely with the facility management, the client, and collaborating companies to realize the high-spec equipment requirements for H¹O within the constraints of the existing building. In order to support each individual working there, the new H¹O office was realized in Yokohama through the collaboration of in-house and external designers and engineers who participated in the project.

Taikisha is a global environmental engineering company that contributes to society with advanced technologies related to energy, air, and water. Following our work on "TAIKISHA INNOVATION GATE Shinjuku" in Shinjuku, Tokyo, and "TAIKISHA INNOVATION SITE AIkawa" in Aikawa, Kanagawa, we were in charge of the basic concept for the reception and visitor area when the Business Development Division relocated to the Tama Center office, creating a space that inherited the design philosophy common to "GATE" and "SITE".

For this project, in response to the request to create a new store that reflects the characteristics of the location and the live entertainment aspect of monjayaki, our team, which has worked on many theme parks and entertainment facilities, took on the challenge. Focusing on the "value as a food culture" and the "extraordinary experience that stimulates the five senses" of cooking in front of customers using a griddle, "Moheji" opened as a new type of store specializing in an entertaining dining experience. It is a store that offers a completely new dining experience, expressing the famous dishes of 19 countries around the world in 50 kinds of monjayaki.

We were responsible for the planning, design, and construction of the "50s Stardom Room," a concept room limited to two rooms per day at "1955 Tokyo Bay by Hoshino Resorts." Based on the concept of American stars of the 1950s, we designed a space where guests can spend a playful and special night, as if they have traveled back in time to the glittering world of that era the moment they open the door. The room features a makeup area with a "Hollywood mirror" (a mirror surrounded by round lights) modeled after a star's dressing room, an area with wall hangers modeled after a jukebox and costumes to get them in the mood, and a mini-stage area with a mirror ball that dances with light at the back. Furthermore, a record player and records are also provided, allowing guests to spend a luxurious time listening to rock and blues. This project was not merely a recreation, but a space in which guests could immerse themselves as the "star," and we were committed to this from both the design and construction sides.

Based on the concept of "OLDIES GOODIES," the hotel "1955 Tokyo Bay by Hoshino Resorts" (grand opening in June 2024, with our company handling planning, design, and construction), which is themed after 1950s America, has added a kids' play space and semi-private rooms where families can relax. Hoshino Resorts requested a kids' play space where children could play to their heart's content, as they have many guests with children, so we made effective use of the wide corridor space to create this kids' play area.

Our company planned, directed, designed, and constructed the two daytime and nighttime performances of the "Dolphin & Sea Lion Ocean Live" program at Aqua World Ibaraki Oarai Aquarium. For the daytime performance, "WOOOOARAI! - A Story of Encounters Begins Here -", we introduced a new transparent display. The show has been revamped to highlight the dynamism and individuality of the creatures through video effects synchronized with the ocean unfolding before the audience and multi-view footage from live cameras installed throughout the venue. For the nighttime performance, "FLOW A LIFE - The Pulsating Sea of Life -", we have created an immersive video experience that spreads across the entire wall. The integrated video, lighting, and sound effects invite the audience into the ocean, allowing them to experience the world of Oarai's sea where life meets, interacts, and resonates.

The Royal Park Hotel Maihama Resort Tokyo Bay is a newly built hotel with 750 rooms, located within walking distance of Tokyo Disney Resort. Based on the concept of "TRAVELOGUE = Memories of a Journey to a Foreign Land," the hotel features standard rooms themed around the world's oceans, such as the Mediterranean and the Gulf of Mexico, to evoke a sense of wanderlust, as well as concept rooms that offer an extraordinary experience as if you've stepped into a storybook. The rooms are vividly designed to leave a strong impression, as if you've traveled to a foreign land, while also possessing a nostalgic, comforting, and warm atmosphere. The hotel offers a hotel experience befitting the prologue and epilogue of a Disney Resort trip, where the exhilaration of an extraordinary experience continues long after. Our company was responsible for planning, design and architecture, FF&E, graphic and art design, and sign design and construction.

"Gallery Crevia Yokohama Sky Building" is the third "Itochu Housing Comprehensive Gallery" to be opened by Itochu Urban Development Co., Ltd. as an information hub for the new condominium brand "CREVIA," following Shinjuku and Yurakucho. It is a sales base for properties mainly in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is operated with the aim of supporting people in finding their new homes in the Kanagawa area and serving as a hub for communication between the brand and visitors. Our company was in charge of everything from basic design to construction, and based on the concept of "a sophisticated condominium gallery that embodies Yokohama's tradition and innovation," we have created a luxurious space like a hotel lounge so that the time spent choosing a home is a high-quality experience.

Sano Service Area in Tochigi Prefecture has finally reopened after its long-awaited renovation. Our company, under the supervision of our group company Nomura Arcs (which handled the construction), was in charge of the design and planning. We maximized the advantages of the service area's rich natural environment and the fact that visitors can walk between the inbound and outbound lanes, and carried out a renovation that envisioned the entire service area as a single "park." It has been reborn as a relaxing space where visitors can spend their time as they please. The commercial facilities are themed as "An Inspiring Market Where You're Sure to Discover Something New," and are designed as a place where visitors can experience local food, specialties, and culture. Under the design supervision of Kengo Kuma & Associates, we emphasized a sense of unity and openness between indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a space that warmly welcomes visitors.

We were responsible for the planning, interior design, and construction of "THE LIVE Supported by Daiwa Jisho," Japan's largest permanent live viewing arena, which opened in "BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai," a large-scale mixed-use complex adjacent to Yokohama Stadium. The facility's design concept is "WAVE." The entire space expresses the invisible "waves" that breathe life into this city, such as the history of Kannai as a seaside town, its jazz culture, and the cheers and excitement that spread throughout Yokohama Stadium. Curved LED lighting with a wave motif was installed inside the building, and the synchronized effects of video, lighting, and sound create an unprecedentedly immersive live experience. On the first floor, we planned "LIVE FOOD HALL," a food hall with nine restaurants centered around a large LED screen and stage. On the second floor, we installed "BAYSTORE Flagship YOKOHAMA," a flagship shop with a wide selection of Yokohama DeNA BayStars merchandise, and viewing seats, creating a unified live viewing experience through the atrium. Furthermore, the "FOOD TERRACE" on the third floor features a restaurant with a rooftop terrace, creating a new entertainment hub where visitors can experience the vibrancy of both the city and the stadium.

"Wandaria Yokohama Supported by Umios" is an immersive experience facility planned and operated by DeNA, which opened in "BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai," a large-scale mixed-use complex in front of JR Kannai Station. Our company was in charge of the basic concept, spatial design, and some of the construction of the Wandaria Cafe and Wandaria Shop. Through the unique effects of digital imagery, lush forests and the mysterious deep sea unfold before your eyes, creating an overwhelmingly immersive experience space that facilitates new encounters with living creatures and nature. Furthermore, the immersive experience is further enhanced by linking with a dedicated app. By holding a smartphone over the creatures that appear, you can obtain detailed information or collect them as cards, creating a space that encourages exploration, collection, and learning, expanding visitors' perception and curiosity, and allowing them to re-examine the world from a new perspective.

This is a new development project for the Shibuya Sakura Stage of "Workstyle," a membership-based shared office operated by Mitsui Fudosan. Designed by SIGNAL, our company was in charge of interior construction. Aiming to realize a high-quality workplace that accommodates diverse working styles, the space is designed with a sophisticated, atelier-like aesthetic, based on the concept of "Workstyle Atelier."

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Kirin Beer Yokohama Factory, we have partially renovated our visitor facilities. By incorporating the diverse charms hidden within the Kirin Beer company and the Ichiban Shibori product throughout the facility, we have created a place that enhances engagement with the Kirin Beer Yokohama Factory, starting from the interests and concerns of each visitor. The waiting area where visitors spend time before the tour begins has been renovated as "KIRIN HISTORY WALK YOKOHAMA," where visitors can learn about the history of beer and Kirin. The design features bricks that represent the history of the company's founding in Yokohama and is based on a refreshing blue color. To mark this 100th anniversary milestone, we have created content that will not only be enjoyable for general visitors but also contribute to boosting the motivation of our employees. In the "Ichiban Shibori GALLERY," we are disseminating information that deepens affection and familiarity with our flagship product, "Ichiban Shibori." Furthermore, we have installed unique beer-themed photo spots throughout the facility, creating an experience that makes visitors want to capture memories of their visit in photographs. Our company was responsible for planning, design, signage and graphic design, fixture manufacturing, content design, and construction.

We completely renovated an existing hotel in the Yokohama Minato Mirai area, which boasts excellent access to major tourist attractions and business hubs, and rebranded it as "Hilton Garden Inn Yokohama Minato Mirai." This 20-story hotel has 228 guest rooms and is the second Hilton Garden Inn in Japan, following Kyoto. Our company was responsible for the design and construction of the lobby, restaurant, fitness center, guest rooms, and back office. Our design concept was "A relaxing hotel where you can feel the sea breeze," aiming to create a comfortable and welcoming space.

This is a renovation plan for the South Wing Exhibition Room on the first floor of the Japan Gallery at the National Museum of Nature and Science, a building designated as an Important Cultural Property. The theme is "The Art of Observing Nature." Focusing on the meticulous observational skills of our ancestors who observed all things, the plan aims to provide visitors with a new perspective when viewing the masterpiece collections in the exhibition room, and to encourage easy viewing by improving the explanatory plans for each section. Care has also been taken to create a space that makes the most of the dignified image of the Important Cultural Property building.