Works#2022

The Hyogo Prefectural Hyogo-tsu Museum was established in Hyogo-tsu, Hyogo Ward, Kobe City, where the first prefectural government office was located, as a base for promoting the prefecture's attractions and fostering a sense of local identity among its residents. It consists of two buildings: the "Hyogo Hajimari-kan," displays facility that conveys the prefecture's origins, history, culture, and industry, and the "First Prefectural Government Building," a reconstruction of the first prefectural government building. The "Hyogo Hajimari-kan" is comprised of the "Invitation to the Five Provinces of Hyogo" zone, which includes the "Hyogo Discovery Plaza" that conveys the attractions of each of the five provinces of Hyogo and a theater with a large curved screen; the "Hyogo-tsu, the Key Place" zone, a permanent displays where visitors can experience the history of Hyogo-tsu for over a thousand years and the founding period of the prefecture; and a special displays room. The Kitamae-bune shaped lantern at the entrance and a bird's-eye view map from 150 years ago, when the prefecture was founded, drawn by a contemporary bird's-eye view artist, invite visitors to Hyogo-tsu, the city where Hyogo began.

"Marunouchi Street Park (hereinafter MSP)" is a social experiment project that examines the future of Marunouchi Nakadori in Tokyo and how it can be utilized. "MSP 2022 Winter," the seventh event since its start in 2019, expanded its area from Marunouchi Nakadori to Gyokodori in front of Tokyo Station, making it the largest event to date. Our company participated as the overall planning partner and operations manager. The theme this time was "MSP Twinkle Street." Block 1 in front of the Marunouchi Building was themed "Twinkle Party," and a Christmas market design, layout in collaboration with stores in the Otemachi, Marunouchi, and Yurakucho area. A festive winter space filled with heartwarming features such as a merry-go-round bench, a ring toss game with lights, and hot benches surrounding trees was created. Block 2 in front of the Marunouchi 2-chome Building was themed "Twinkle Terrace," and featured popular street piano performance spaces, photo spots with illuminations as a backdrop, and long hot benches, creating a relaxing space where visitors could enjoy the winter illuminations. Furthermore, in the first-ever MSP event on Gyoko-dori in front of Tokyo Station, the "Marunouchi Street Rink," using an environmentally friendly resin ice rink, was installed, allowing visitors of all ages to experience the joy of outdoor skating, and was well-received. (Event period: November 29, 2022 - December 25, 2022)

It is a project of "Marunouchi Street Park", which is being worked on as a demonstration experiment of future area management that transforms "road space" into a comfortable "urban park space" on Marunouchi Nakadori, Tokyo. The summer of 2022 will include a verification of what parks in the city center should be in order to make them permanent.・We verified the ideal way of safety management with a view to the park-like space. Based on the concept of "Marunouchi Street Park for everyone," we have created a city park space where people from all walks of life can feel nature with all five senses, connect with people, the city, and culture, and feel like spending a leisurely time. In addition, we arranged an inclusive table, a library, a refreshing space for light exercise, a street piano, etc. to provide opportunities for communication among visitors, and many people enjoyed them. (Holding period: 2022/8/2-9/11)

We were in charge of the planning, concept design, and construction of the entrance renovation for Head Office (main building) of Oji Holdings Corporation. The concept was "Forest Field." To express the company's commitment to working in harmony with forest resources in the entrance, we aimed to create a realistic space where one can feel the healing power of a forest even while in an office building in the heart of the city, by effectively arranging native trees and wooden furnishings. The wooden furnishings were made from coniferous trees such as fir and larch, and hardwoods such as oak and birch, harvested from the company's own forests. We made extensive use of solid wood to create a beautiful and warm space that is unique to wood.

"SMART AQUARiUM SHIZUOKA" is a stylish aquarium that is close to your daily life. Along with the large-scale renovation of the Matsuzakaya Shizuoka store for the first time in 25 years, we will create a new bustling area in front of Shizuoka Station. This project was realized because the purpose of creating was consistent with the concept of the smart aquarium business. It is a place where you can discover the beauty and wonder of living things and find hints for future living. It is a facility that can contribute to environmental society by arousing interest in living creatures and the environment while delivering healing and excitement to visitors.

This project, undertaken by ARTH Group Co., Ltd. (Tosashimizu Resort LLC), which handles accommodation businesses and regional revitalization nationwide, aims to revitalize the entire city of Tosashimizu by transforming the long-established Ashizuri Pacific Hotel Hanatsubaki, a renowned inn at Cape Ashizuri in Kochi Prefecture, into "The Mana Village," one of Asia's leading resort facilities. The facility is located in the naturally rich area of Ashizuri-Uwakai National Park. Although it boasts a spectacular view, the hotel's interiors remained old, as if time had stopped in the Showa era. Initially, the plan was to install a small cafe area, but through repeated discussions, ARTH's vision expanded to include not only the hotel but also the entire Kochi prefecture and Tosashimizu city. It was reborn as a complex facility including an Italian restaurant, offering a luxurious space where guests can experience the nature of Ashizuri. Our company participated from the planning and concept design stage to enhance the facility's appeal, and was in charge of producing the facade, lobby common areas, guest rooms, and restaurant spaces, which are the face of the hotel. (design supervision for guest rooms and Italian restaurant) Starting with "LOQUAT Nishi-Izu" (renovation of an old house into an auberge) which we handled in 2021, we have been working as ARTH's creative partner, producing spaces that contribute to the creation and revitalization of attractive towns.

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Nagoya Anpanman Children's Museum & Park, which opened in 2010, we will be in charge of the expansion of the "Takashi Yanase Theater" and the renovation of the "Big Tree and Forest of Play" as a power-up measure that will be responsible for the next 10 years. Thank you. Among the Anpanman Children's Museums in Japan, this facility is particularly focused on character shows and greetings, and will be a project of a dedicated theater where full-scale shows can be held and a plaza where parents and children can participate in play and events. Based on the concept of "Takashi Yanase Theater" and "Anpanman and his friends came when we were playing in the children's room," we created a warm wooden space and used building blocks, which are familiar toys for young children, as a motif. The building blocks, both inside and outside of the building, are integrated with the building framework so that the overall effect is large. In addition, by constructing the interior of the building with the vehicles, mechanics, and bread factory that appear in the anime, we have created a production that creates conversations between parents and children even during intermissions. Based on the concept of “a forest of big trees and play” and “the open space where Anpanman and his friends used to play until a little while ago”, a symbolic tree is arranged in the center, and it is a free space where parents and children can play around it and staff can hold events. increase. The ceiling surface is illuminated with blue skies, rainbows, and sunsets so that you can enjoy a day in the forest. Fixed playground equipment such as tunnels, slides, and peepholes are arranged to surround them, creating a space where parents and children can discover play in the forest.

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.

Obi in Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, is a castle town designated as an important traditional building preservation district, boasting a scenic beauty dating back to the feudal era. It is undergoing revitalization through private sector initiatives, such as the construction of a hotel converted from a former samurai residence. This project focuses on renovating the renowned Komura Jutaro Memorial Museum and the Obi Castle Historical Museum with a "50% displays + 50% exploration" concept, aiming to enhance visitors' intellectual curiosity and satisfaction, and encourage exploration of Obi. The Obi Castle Historical Museum renovation shifts from passive, document-focused displays to an experiential approach emphasizing hands-on learning and narrative. Information unique to the area, such as Obi Castle, the Obi domain, and the Ito family, is displays in a more accessible way, and related nearby attractions are easily found. The collection of valuable swordsmith Inoue Shinkai is beautifully showcased through carefully designed lighting and displays. Furthermore, "information lines" and bulletin boards are implemented to enhance the timeliness of information updates. Furthermore, this project is based on the concept of "A town-wide museum created by everyone," and displays are created together with citizens throughout the year. This facility also incorporates the results of children's workshops into displays, connecting them to people exploring the town.

The "Community-Based Museum" project will create a community-participatory displays to convey the charm of Obi. Obi in Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, is a castle town that has been preserved as an important traditional building preservation district with a scenic beauty dating back to the feudal era. It is being revitalized through private sector initiatives, such as the opening of a hotel converted from a former samurai residence. This project involves renovating the memorial hall for Komura Jutaro, a well-known figure in the area, and is based on the concept of "50% displays + 50% sightseeing," with the main aim of improving visitors' intellectual curiosity and satisfaction with their stay, and encouraging them to explore the town. The hall has two displays rooms. The "Welcome to Obi" displays is a showroom displays designed to promote sightseeing in the town, introducing the history, culture, and charm of the samurai residences that breathe life into the castle town through experiential methods. The "Komura Jutaro History Collection" is a "large picture book story space" and "community-participatory video" that traces the life of Jutaro, making it a dramatic and enjoyable displays even for those who are learning about Komura Jutaro for the first time. Furthermore, this project, under the banner of "A town-wide museum created by everyone," involved citizens in creating displays throughout the year. This included displays treasures discovered in workshops with children, and over 100 citizens participating in the production of a video about Komura Jutaro, acting, makeup, and costumes. Based on these efforts, the aim was for the memorial hall to instill pride in the citizens, serve as a testament to their involvement, and be cherished by locals and visitors for many years to come.

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.

"A dining space embodying the generous nature of the Setouchi region" The Setouchi region is blessed with beautiful scenery woven from many islands, a mild climate, and abundant nature. Mori no Machi Plaza, the commercial and healthcare facility building of the multi-purpose complex Mori no Machi Grace, houses a unique large food hall (approximately 2800 m²) that brings together the charms of Okayama and the Setouchi region. In this food hall, we have planned a comfortable and expansive dining space, drawing inspiration from the generous nature of the region. In the approximately 70-meter-high atrium, ceiling louvers have been planned to evoke the gentle and majestic waves of the Setouchi region. The gently extending wave concept design connects the entire store and envelops the entire seating area in a welcoming atmosphere. In the center, a "hill" has been created that connects the first and second floors like a geographical feature, creating a new community space. As a gathering place that can be used for various purposes, it will be a place where people can find their favorite spot to spend time, whether it's having a light meal, reading, or relaxing. Furthermore, the chairs and sofas are made from denim, a representative industry of Okayama, allowing guests to experience the unique charm of this region. We hope that this food hall will harmonize with the rich environment of the entire "Mori no Machi Grace" complex, and that it will be a beloved dining space where people can enjoy the charm of the Setouchi region, connect through food, and cultivate hope for the future.

This is a project for a directly managed store by Seiban Co., Ltd., well-known for their "Angel's Wings" school bags. Our company was in charge of the relocation work from the former Sannomiya store to Kobe Harborland umie. There are 12 directly managed stores nationwide, each employing a unique concept design concept that strongly reflects the characteristics of its region. This time, drawing inspiration from Kobe Port, which is close to the store, we adopted "SEIBAN KOBE SHIPYARD" as concept design concept and constructed the store concept design using key motifs such as containers, ships, and trusses. We envisioned a fun space that evokes the excitement of children's new journey and the start of their elementary school life. At the directly managed store, in addition to being able to try on a wide variety of school bags, there is a fitting room called "FITTING LABO" that reproduces natural light in the morning, noon, and evening to help you imagine actual usage scenes, and a photo spot zone where you can take commemorative photos with container-style fixtures as a backdrop, so it is full of features that make choosing a school bag and creating memories even more enjoyable.

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.