This project involved the renovation of the headquarters of NICE Co., Ltd., Head Office that distributes timber and building materials, to coincide with its 70th anniversary. Our company was selected as the winner of a proposal competition. Based on the concept of "Knowing trees and communicating about wood," we aimed to create a facility that contributes to building a brighter society with wood, by establishing a base where wood specialists can gather and creating a sustainable cycle centered on wood, thereby further revitalizing the distribution of wood. The 1st and 2nd floors, where visitors are welcomed, and the 8th floor, which houses the reception rooms, were considered spaces that can appeal to customers, and were concept design using NICE's original wood products as materials. In the lobby, dynamic wooden columns that extend to the high ceiling of the atrium and vertical blinds made of lace material attached to large glass windows gently block views from the outside world, and scattered glass lamps represent sunlight filtering through trees, creating a welcoming space that makes the most of the large space. On the 7th floor, where employees gather, we have created a meeting room and library corner where employees can enjoyably and spontaneously engage with "trees," making it a craftsman's space where technology can be gathered and accessed. By creating spaces for concentration and spaces that encourage active communication, we have created a flexible spatial configuration that supports the working style of each employee. [Social Issues/Customer Issues/Requests] The specific concept design for this renovation were to create an office environment that symbolizes sustainability, such as "decarbonization and wood utilization," and to share values, as well as improve communication during the COVID-19 pandemic. [Solution] In order to realize the strong desire for wood utilization, we communicated closely with the project manager at Nice Co., Ltd. and the person in charge at their own factory, and proceeded with concept design while deciding on materials and wood colors. In the employee communication area, we intentionally created a spatial configuration without boundaries, and the area is softly divided with furniture such as family restaurant benches and solo desks for focused work, centered around a curved bookshelf. By using an OA floor, we have provided functionality that enables flexible working styles. [Customer Feedback] Thanks to NOMURA Co.,Ltd. 's involvement, we were able to create a sophisticated and tranquil hospitality space reminiscent of a hotel lobby, something we would never have conceived on our own. This time, they used a variety of our company's products and tree species as materials. Where this could have easily resulted in a disjointed impression, they exquisitely harmonized the characteristics of each tree species with the space, realizing a wood-based renovation befitting a company rooted in "wood." We are deeply grateful to NOMURA Co.,Ltd. for their high level concept design and technical expertise. <Our Project Members> [Development] Takuya Kitai [Sales & Project Promotion] Takuya Kitai, Midori Nakayabu, Seishun Yoshii [design, layout] Sachiko Taihiji, Nao Hiura [Production & construction] Ryowa Hirowatari, Nozomi Iwashita, Nohara Kikuchi
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