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This project is an upcycling initiative that displays "SCRAP," a byproduct of building and interiors materials, into "FURNITURE" for reuse and return to the Earth. According to the Ministry of the Environment, Japan's industrial waste generation in fiscal year 2020 amounted to 373.82 million tons*, with nearly 1 million tons of scrap generated per day. We, as creators who work with a variety of materials daily in our concept design work, believe we have a responsibility to take the lead in communicating to society and our communities about the recycling of limited Earth resources. We have formed a team of young creators within the company and are planning and operating this project as a social contribution activity. We enclose and complement shredded waste materials as furniture in a transparent surface made of recycled vinyl, and displays in an art-style displays to convey our message, touring offices and public spaces both domestically and internationally. This project is a traveling sustainability initiative that involves displays materials for a certain period, then returning them to interiors and construction sites as interiors resources, and finally encapsulating, supplementing, and displays the next batch of waste materials. To reach a wider audience, a launch displays was held in the entrance space of our own office to solicit sponsoring companies, and we have received support from many sponsoring companies, local residents, and educational institutions. By allowing people to "see, learn about, and touch" "interiors waste materials" that they don't usually see in their daily lives, we are creating an installation-style displays that allows everyone to intuitively grasp the message, hoping to provide an "opportunity" to think about a better future and a sustainable society. *Source: Ministry of the Environment, "Total Emissions in FY2020"

Waphyto's Nihonbashi Takashimaya store was born under the innovative approach of plant biomethodology. "PHYTO" means plant, and "WA" means "Japan" from "Wa", "From Higashi-Mikawa", and "Honzogaku". We created a space where you can feel the heartbeat of people and nature, which is appropriate for the name Waphyto, which expresses the wish that people and nature are in beautiful harmony. In the place that is paired with the round shelf board that imaged drops falling from the leaves, details associated with human activities are dropped, and the thoughts put into Waphyto are expressed by harmonizing using traditional Japanese methods and silver ratio. express.

As part of our efforts to create a society where seniors can live more fulfilling lives, we operate the Soyokaze brand of care services at 359 locations and 705 facilities nationwide, offering a wide range of services including day care, short-term stays, home care, assisted living homes, and service-provided housing for seniors. While previous care facilities primarily focused on the maintenance of equipment, we recognized the importance of interiors concept design in order to enhance the value of our facilities and further improve our services, and therefore aimed to create facilities that "balance functionality and concept design." We have incorporated maple finishes, which are also the name of our facilities, throughout the building to create bright and warm spaces. In addition, we have introduced a lighting control system in the common areas, coordinating the entire space to support a healthy daily rhythm for residents throughout their day at the care facility.

Located adjacent to Fuji Speedway, a leading motorsports hub in Japan, this newly constructed facility combines a hotel and a motorsports museum. It offers a unique experience by blending the allure and value of motorsports with the hospitality provided by the Hyatt brand. Transcending the boundaries between interiors (hotel decor) and museum displays, concept design work treats every aspect of the space as a medium for conveying the allure and value of motorsports. The artwork scattered throughout the facility carries messages built from extensive research and data on motorsports, making it enjoyable for both amateurs and experts. Furthermore, it is the world's first museum to displays and introduce motorsports in a holistic history, transcending manufacturer boundaries. Rather than relying on explanatory texts, the aim is to create displays displays that allows visitors to intuitively grasp the value that motorsports culture has brought to society throughout history. displays structure combines vehicles with historical contexts, allowing visitors to explore and survey the evolution of motorsports. The main zone, in particular, is impressively presented with immersive theater-style displays incorporating video and audio.

WEAZER, developed by ARTH Co., Ltd., is an off-grid residential module that generates electricity using solar power and produces water by filtering and sterilizing rainwater, making it installable even in locations without electricity, gas, or water infrastructure. In addition, it is characterized by its ability to be installed in a short construction period of just a few days, as it is manufactured in a factory and transported. By incorporating this latest technology, it realizes a world where people can stay anywhere in the world without harming nature, simply by "placing" it, and the first model has now opened in West Izu as a single-unit rental accommodation. Our company was in charge of design supervision and FF&E design and production for this facility.

As the main platform for the "RED°" brand, Japan's largest esports park has been created inside Tokyo Tower, an icon of Tokyo/Japan. This entertainment facility aims to be the forefront stage for the evolution of esports into a national culture, offering an "otherworldly entertainment experience" packed with fun in every aspect, from playing the latest game titles to enjoying tournaments and events in a stadium equipped with the world's most advanced XR technology. While making the most of the building's age, the design avoids making the overall space too polished, preserving the character and texture of the materials that come with age, and creating concept design that makes you aware that it is an interior space of Tokyo Tower. The strength created by showcasing the texture of metal and mortar and the structure itself makes the space seem as if it is encroaching on Tokyo Tower. Anticipating collaborations with companies and manufacturers, a versatile yet edgy neutral color is used as the base, and the brand color "TOKYO RED," which is also the name of the facility, is effectively incorporated into the space, making a strong impression of the RED° brand. By combining it with video effects, we have created a new, futuristic space.

This project involved the design, construction operation of the Sega booth at Tokyo Game Show 2022. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, this marked the first in-person event in three years since 2019.

This project is organized by the "Art Project Executive Committee," established by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Port and Harbor to further enhance the appeal of the waterfront sub-center area and establish art as a part of the city. Our company was in charge of planning and managing the "ARTBAY TOKYO Art Festival 2022," which was held in 2022. The purpose of this project was to promote the appeal of the waterfront sub-center and art to many people through the first art festival held in the waterfront sub-center, and to increase awareness of "ARTBAY TOKYO." Therefore, this project required handling a wide range of tasks, from displays artworks and managing operations to creating and managing a dedicated festival website, public relations, and creating AR content.

This is a renovation project for the 1st to 4th floors of the Kinokuniya Shinjuku main store, based on the concept of returning to the origins of the future. As a new long-established bookstore, we will: 1) Be a hub for transmitting culture, art, and information that is appropriate for the times 2) Be a bookstore that will continue to be loved by many customers who love books 3) Continue to maintain and develop the Kinokuniya Building I put the theme in the mission of the store renovation.

This is a renovation project for Shiodome Edge (formerly Shiodome Annex Building). Having been built 20 years ago, the need for refreshing concept design and facilities of the entrance and common areas was increasing. In order to enhance competitiveness within the area, this renovation aimed to attract new tenants, improve the satisfaction of existing tenants, and increase the asset value of the building. Furthermore, based on the concept of "SELECTABLE OFFICE," concept design allows companies to choose common areas that match their brand by creating a unique atmosphere on each floor.

concept design This is a project for the interior and exterior of a salon for Nomura Real Estate Development Co. Based on the common concept of "wrapping and concealing" the interior and exterior to welcome customers, we developed four "skins": "a white pipe skin to conceal the facade," "a black plaster skin to create a gallery space," "a curtain skin to welcome customers," "a copper perforated metal skin to conceal customers in the waiting area," and "a white pipe skin to conceal the interior and exterior. The space is composed of four "concealment elements": a white pipe skin that conceals the facade, a black plaster skin that creates a gallery space, a curtain skin that welcomes visitors, and a perforated metal skin in a copper tone that conceals visitors in the waiting area. The space is a natural fusion of function and design, with a sense of security as if customers are hidden from the outside and enveloped once inside.

"THE BASE SPORTS BIKE & COMMUNITY" is a project to create a new concept shop specializing in road bikes for cyclists, in response to the increased demand for bicycles during the COVID-19 pandemic and the growing interest in road bikes due to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The exterior "cycling road" extends into the store, allowing customers to enter while still on their bicycles. In the center of the store, there is an artificial turf rest area and experience space where customers wearing clipless shoes can relax comfortably and enjoy events such as test rides, maintenance, and purchasing their favorite accessories to upgrade their bikes, fostering communication among customers through their shared hobby of cycling. The fixtures have pallet bases, allowing for flexible layouts, and the louvers surrounding the sales floor walls have the function of displays bicycles face out. concept design of the new store proposes a space where people can stop along a cycling road in their lives to rest or perform maintenance. <Our Project Members> [design, layout] no.10: Keita Aono, Yu Yoshie [Sales & Project Management] Rikiya Takasugi [building execution] Nanako Yamagishi

This is a value-enhancing renovation project for an office building located in a corner of Kanda Ogawacho, approximately 20 years old. The main areas of renovation are part of the exterior facade and building signage, the first-floor entrance, and the common areas on the standard floors (4th floor). The overall concept design concept is "Timeless & Biophilic concept design *". By making good use of the existing granite space, the amount of waste disposal due to demolition was minimized, and concept design was made cost-effective while being mindful of sustainability by fusing old and good materials with new materials. *Biophilic concept design: Design and methods that allow people in a space to feel a connection with nature. [Social Issues/Client Issues/Requests] As the building was over 20 years old, the outdated concept design of the entrance and other areas, as well as the decline in competitiveness within the area, were concerns for the future. In addition, since the building's entrance does not face the main street, the main traffic flow had a somewhat alley-like impression, and there was room for improvement in terms of the building's visibility. Based on these challenges, this project required improving the competitiveness and visibility of the property through renovations to the entrance, facade, and some standard floors. [Solution] To soften the previously dark, back-alley feel of the facade, dynamic wood-grain louvers and indirect lighting were newly installed to create a brighter building face. Inside the entrance, two different textures, glass and natural wood, were used to refresh the old-fashioned feel and aim to improve the morale of the people working there. Sanitary equipment such as toilets and kitchenettes on the office floors were also renovated to meet new standards such as antibacterial properties. Through these comprehensive renovations, the aim is to make the entire building a safe and comfortable place for the people who work there. [Customer Feedback] We are grateful to all the sales, designers, and construction staff at NOMURA Co.,Ltd. for working together as a team on this project, which has now been successfully completed. We appreciate the meticulous support at each phase. We feel that the renovated facade and entrance are functioning perfectly as the new face of the building. <Our Project Members> [Development] Takuya Kitai [Sales & Project Management] Masahiro Harada, Kayu Tatsumi [Research] Wataru Takada [design, layout] Hiroyuki Nii, Sayaka Miyane, Hitoshi Igarashi [Production & construction] Mai Sakai, Tomokuni Hasegawa, Fumiya Sasaki

In real estate consultations, the most important thing is to understand and envision the future that the client envisions. Meeting rooms play a crucial role in this, and recognizing that they occupy most of the store's floor space, we considered how each room could be incorporated as a concept design element. By transforming each room into a cube shape and scattering them around, and by adding elements that allow glimpses of the interior, we created an efficient space that maintains a sense of privacy while easing the tension of visitors.

As part of the renovation project for the Mori Art Museum in Roppongi Hills, we supported the renovation of the Mori Art Museum Shop on the 3rd floor of West Walk, as well as the opening of the Tokyo City View Shop on the 52nd floor of the Roppongi Hills Mori Tower. The curved, original fixtures installed in the Mori Art Museum Shop's sales area create a sense of rhythm by varying their heights while guiding customers along a natural flow. Furthermore, by extending a portion of the white displays wall of the adjacent A/D Gallery into the sales area, we created a seamless relationship that encourages movement between the sales area and the gallery. The Tokyo City View Shop is a compact store located along the passageway, yet it incorporates a freestanding wall that allows for the display of a wider variety of products. <Our Project Members> [Sales & Project Management] Takashi Niijima, Yuka Sunakoda [Production & construction] Masato Takeuchi, Hitomi Nagami Image provided by: Mori Art Museum