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The renovation of the first and second floors of Barneys New York's Ginza flagship store was based on the concepts of "memory" and "creation." The goal was to create a space that respects the brand's long-standing traditions (memory) while generating new value (creation). While utilizing existing fixtures such as muted wood-grain walls and niches, the design combines sustainable materials, materials that blend naturally into existing finishes, and unique, symbolic fixtures to create a fusion of timeless sophistication and provocative humor. The watch workshop at the back of the first floor was designed as a "visible customer service" space, and a semi-private meeting space with a private feel enhances the experience during the visit. Furthermore, the newly installed cafe counter was designed to be visible from the outside, aiming to attract new customers. Proceeding to the second floor, connected via the central staircase, mirrored walls at different angles are installed to bring the entire floor into view, creating a symbolic look. Furthermore, a display was placed in front of the vintage area at the back to enhance attraction and traffic flow. Within a short construction period and limited budget, we proactively repurposed existing fixtures and quickly verified them using point cloud data, resulting in a solid concept design proposal. The project created an iconic, luxurious space that is uniquely Barneys, preserving tradition while pioneering the future.

As part of the renovation of the South Building of Tamagawa Takashimaya Shopping Center in Tamagawa, Setagaya Ward, the louvers covering the walls were removed and the existing multi-story garden was opened to the public, with the aim of creating a lively atmosphere as a commercial facility and increasing the three-dimensional flow of the entire town, including surrounding related facilities. An LED cube was inserted into the facade so that it appears to float, and can be seen from the west exit of Futako Tamagawa Station, the pedestrian deck, the intersection, and the entire street along National Route 246. By adding various places to see and be seen within the cubic frame, the expression and flow of the entire town were recreated in collaboration with digital content, rather than just the facility itself, and the flow of the entire town was recreated. We were responsible for working drawings and construction of the LED equipment.

Kyoto-based coffee shop brand %ARABICA has opened its first roastery at U-Venues, a complex located in the heart of New Cairo, a satellite city of Cairo, Egypt. Located in North Africa, where the Nile River flows, Egypt's vast desert is dotted with ancient ruins. This unique location, where such history and culture remain strong while modern urban development is also progressing daily, and the stone quarries of the pyramids, Egypt's symbol, inspired the space's concept design, which revolves around the concept of "stacking." To express the irregular landscape of the quarry throughout the space, 800mm square modular limestone is stacked in a staircase-like pattern from the roasting room and coffee counter to the seating area, creating random traffic flow and height differences, resulting in a comfortable space with just the right amount of visibility. Furthermore, while a full-surface luminous membrane symbolically highlights the baristas, roasters, and bean bags, the seating area is illuminated only by surface illumination limited to the benches where guests linger, creating a contrasting atmosphere. Arabica's original hieroglyphics, modeled after ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, are used as interior elements on the walls of the entrance floor and niche seating, creating a space that combines traditional elements with modern expression.

The food court on the first basement floor of Haneda Airport's Terminal 1, which connects to Keikyu Railway and Tokyo Monorail stations, has been renovated into a new food zone called "Sora Chika." Before the renovation, the area and number of seats were approximately 540 m² and 130 seats, but after the renovation, they have nearly doubled to approximately 1,000 m² and 200 seats. Based on the concept of "a moment at the beginning and end of your journey," the facility aims to be a place where everyone can relax and enjoy themselves, meeting the diverse needs of airport users, such as a hearty meal before departure, a tea break, or purchasing bento boxes and prepared foods to take on board.

This project marks the first "Real x Tech LAWSON" store, which opened within KDDI's new Head Office. The store utilizes AI and DX technologies. In addition to developing the basic concept design for the new store, our Content Integration Center (CIC) leveraged its expertise in utilizing technology to propose and produce various ideas for utilizing AI and DX technologies. The store also incorporates sustainability initiatives, such as reusing discarded uniforms worn by Lawson store staff for flooring and discarded clothing for panels. The in-store signage, linked to the "Urban OS" data platform that collects, analyzes, and utilizes various urban data, displays information on weather, train delays, congestion, and events. Other features include a "cleaning robot" that roams the store, AI cameras that display recommended products based on customer behavior (such as reaching) in front of shelves, and a "Ponta General Consultation Center" that offers solutions to everyday problems. The store is packed with new initiatives aimed at making convenience stores an integral part of the city's infrastructure.

This project involved the "Lawson S KDDI Takanawa Head Head Office Store," a cashierless experimental store opened on the employee-only floor of Head Office 's new headquarters. Our Content Integration Center (CIC) utilized its high level of expertise and experience in utilizing technology to support the system construction for the store's concept design construction. Since users are limited to KDDI employees, the "Office Lawson App" was adopted, allowing payments without waiting in line at the cash register, creating a store that provides value that leads to increased productivity for office workers. Delivery robots were also introduced, allowing for mobile sales within the office. The robots use elevators to move between floors, allowing customers to purchase products without having to stop in the store, making this a truly "testing ground for the future."

POSTUDIO, opened within New Man Takanawa, a new commercial facility directly connected to JR Takanawa Gateway Station, is a facility created by the Japan Post Group that provides experiences that will make you want to travel to various parts of Japan based on your interests. POSTUDIO will feature themes of favorite spots scattered throughout Japan. While enjoying coffee and sweets in the attached cafe, a large LED screen covering the entire wall will project images of shops and facilities from all over Japan linked to themes of favorites, inviting visitors into a travelling mood. Our company was in charge of interiors construction work for POSTUDIO, which aims to be a place where people will fall even more in love with Japan through new encounters that begin with their interests.

Ginza Niigata Information Center THE NIIGATA is Niigata Prefecture's information hub for the greater Tokyo area. It spans five floors, from the basement to the third and eighth floors, and is equipped with a variety of functions, including retail, a sake tasting corner, an event space, a restaurant, and an immigration consultation desk. Our company was responsible for the design and construction of the first basement floor to the third floor, as well as the facility branding plan and brand logo development. In addition to showcasing Niigata's rich attractions, such as rice, sake, and snow, we focused our planning and design on concept design. We aimed to create a facility that would allow visitors to experience Niigata's charms and serve as an opportunity to visit the city, with materials and displays originating from Niigata scattered throughout.

This project involved planning the architectural exterior of the company building of Chef Wakiya Tomoyuki, a leader in the Chinese cuisine industry in Japan for many years. The restaurant is conveniently located just down an alley from the Ginza 4-Chome intersection, and Chef Wakiya runs the Chinese restaurant on the first and second floors, the soba restaurant "Daidai" on the third floor, and the members-only floor on the seventh floor. We were responsible for concept design concept design of the building's facade as well as the three directly managed restaurants.

This project was initiated to mark the 30th anniversary of Yokohama Landmark Tower. It brings together three attractive bars, including one overseen by a chef with ties to Yokohama and Kanagawa, and another in collaboration with a local company, and opened on May 29, 2025 as a new food hub that will bring the appeal of local food and producers to visitors. Our company was responsible for everything from planning to concept design and construction, with some of the store interiors using wood from Kanagawa Prefecture and the space being decorated with mural art by Kanagawa-based artist Ryohei Yamashita.

We renovated the Mountain Center, located at the base of the Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu slopes in Abuta District, Hokkaido. The facility consists of two floors: a shop and ticket counter on the first floor and a restaurant on the second floor. The renovation expanded the first-floor sales floor by 1.6 times, and the second-floor restaurant, renamed "sanshoku," underwent a complete redesign along with its spatial presentation. The design interpreted the facility as a place to see off guests arriving at Grand Hirafu and onto the slopes, and a place to welcome guests returning from the slopes. By blending the generous, concept design nature of Hokkaido with the newly enhanced, cool brand identity symbolized by "Hirafu Blue," and sprinkling these elements into the vibrant, one-of-a-kind atmosphere unique to resort facilities, we aimed to create a space that offers a unique, cool yet warm experience.

Spread out in front of the Koitoi coast in Hokkaido, "Roadside Station Shiranuka Koimunkan" is a facility where you can enjoy a comfortable car trip with a function as an RV park (*1), which is rare at a roadside station, and is equipped with showers, saunas, and laundromats. There are also restaurants that use local ingredients from Shiranuka Town, and on a clear day, you can overlook the beautiful scenery of the Koimun Coast from the "Azumashi Living" with a view of the sea and the observation deck on the second floor. In addition, based on Shiranuka Town's idea of "supporting child-rearing in Japan", the facility is equipped with a children's family space (Kokko Park). We participated mainly in the planning work of this project as a consortium member, and after being commissioned, we promoted the work as a member of the construction JV (*3), and handled a wide range of tasks such as interiors design and sign planning.  *1 A sleep-in facility certified by the Japan RV Association. *2 DBO (Design, Build, Operate): One of the public-private partnership methods in which design, construction, maintenance, management, and operation are comprehensively ordered from private companies. *3 Joint venture system. A business organization formed by multiple companies for the purpose of receiving and construction a single construction project.

Located at the gateway to the "Umekita Phase 2 Area," Umekita Green Place is a commercial complex themed around "greenery" and "a place for encounters and interaction." We proposed creating a facility with 20 stores, primarily restaurants and cafes, that would create a lush green plaza and a lively, relaxing space where visitors can wander around and enjoy themselves, catering to the needs of people passing through the JR Osaka Station area for a variety of purposes, from nearby office workers to people visiting the park or shopping. We were responsible for the planning, design and construction of the food court on the second floor and the restrooms on the second and third floors, as well as furniture and fixture manufacturing of the entire facility.

We were responsible for design, layout, sign and graphic concept design, interior administration, furniture and fixture manufacturing, environmental features, and construction of the restaurant "Lounge & Dining" at the 2025 World Exposition, Japan (Osaka-Kansai Expo). This facility is concept design to be a "place of hospitality" welcoming guests from Japan and abroad, and combines high-quality spatial presentation with comfort. We aimed to create a space that would create a memorable and special experience for people gathering from all over the world.

Lawson's new store, opening within the 2025 World Expo, Japan site, is located in front of the East Gate entrance, which is directly connected to Yumeshima Station (Osaka Metro Chuo Line), the closest station to the site. The store features noren art representing each of the 47 prefectures and wall art inspired by Lawson's vision of a "Happy Lawson Town"—a symbiotic society created by the connections between Lawson's nationwide network and each local community. The store also incorporates many sustainable building materials, such as wood and single-wall pipes, in anticipation of future use after the Expo ends. Furthermore, the store's unique concept design incorporates Lawson's roots, which began in 1975, such as the logo and milk cans of the first store, conveying its unique identity and communicating its essential value as a "community hot station" that lives alongside the community, from the past to the future.