Mid-career Professional
Career recruitment

Application Requirements

Sales positions
  • Looking for head office
  • Recruiting for Osaka Office
  • Looking for Kyushu Branch
  • Chubu Branch Recruiting
Design positions
  • Tohoku branch recruiting
  • Chubu Branch Recruiting
  • Recruiting for Osaka Office
  • Looking for head office
Director position
  • Looking for head office
  • Looking for Kyushu Branch
designer
  • Recruiting for Osaka Office
  • Looking for head office
Staff Positions - Business Administration
  • Looking for head office
Staff Positions - Legal
  • Looking for head office
Staff Position - Human Resources
  • Looking for head office
Staff - IT/System
  • Looking for head office

Sales/Headquarters

Business that connects clients and our project members (planners, designers, directors). As our point of contact, it is an important role to accurately grasp the client's given (budget, delivery date, quality, etc.) and the issues we want to solve. As a project leader, he manages the project consistently, including team formation, schedule adjustment, and budget management.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Sales/Osaka office

Business that connects clients and our project members (planners, designers, directors). As our point of contact, it is an important role to accurately grasp the client's given (budget, delivery date, quality, etc.) and the issues we want to solve. As a project leader, he manages the project consistently, including team formation, schedule adjustment, and budget management.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Sales/Kyushu Branch

Business that connects clients and our project members (planners, designers, directors). As our point of contact, it is an important role to accurately grasp the client's given (budget, delivery date, quality, etc.) and the issues we want to solve. As a project leader, he manages the project consistently, including team formation, schedule adjustment, and budget management.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Sales/Chubu Branch

Business that connects clients and our project members (planners, designers, directors). As our point of contact, it is an important role to accurately grasp the client's given (budget, delivery date, quality, etc.) and the issues we want to solve. As a project leader, he manages the project consistently, including team formation, schedule adjustment, and budget management.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

concept design position/Tohoku branch

We get involved from the research and planning stage, and carry out high-quality planning and concept design work while taking into account the client's business theme, requests, challenges, budget, schedule, and social needs.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2019: 70%
FY2020: 30%
FY2021: 28%
*Publication date: January 31, 2022

concept design position/Chubu branch

We get involved from the research and planning stage, and carry out high-quality planning and concept design work while taking into account the client's business theme, requests, challenges, budget, schedule, and social needs.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

concept design position/Osaka office

We get involved from the research and planning stage, and carry out high-quality planning and concept design work while taking into account the client's business theme, requests, challenges, budget, schedule, and social needs.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

concept design position/Head office

We get involved from the research and planning stage, and carry out high-quality planning and concept design work while taking into account the client's business theme, requests, challenges, budget, schedule, and social needs.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Director/Headquarters

Product (production management)
He takes concept design drawn up by clients and designers and turns them into actual "spaces." He oversees manufacturing from various perspectives, including safety, quality, budgets, and process management.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Director/Kyushu Branch

Product (production management)
He takes concept design drawn up by clients and designers and turns them into actual "spaces." He oversees manufacturing from various perspectives, including safety, quality, budgets, and process management.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Designer/Osaka office

For projects in a variety of markets, we carry out design work that takes into consideration concept design intent, functionality, quality, safety performance, and budget, as well as laws, regulations, and environmental measures.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Designer/Headquarters

For projects in a variety of markets, we carry out design work that takes into consideration concept design intent, functionality, quality, safety performance, and budget, as well as laws, regulations, and environmental measures.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Staff Positions - Business Administration/Headquarters

A position that supports corporate management. With a strategic perspective, he performs various tasks in the head office functional departments such as human resources, accounting, general affairs, legal affairs, and corporate planning.
Taking a medium- to long-term view of company management, formulating and implementing specific measures to support the management foundation in order to realize the company-wide vision.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Staff Positions - Legal/Headquarters

A position that supports corporate management. With a strategic perspective, he performs various tasks in the head office functional departments such as human resources, accounting, general affairs, legal affairs, and corporate planning.
Taking a medium- to long-term view of company management, formulating and implementing specific measures to support the management foundation in order to realize the company-wide vision.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Staff Positions - Human Resources/Headquarters

A position that supports corporate management. With a strategic perspective, he performs various tasks in the head office functional departments such as human resources, accounting, general affairs, legal affairs, and corporate planning.
Taking a medium- to long-term view of company management, formulating and implementing specific measures to support the management foundation in order to realize the company-wide vision.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2019: 70%
FY2020: 30%
FY2021: 28%
*Publication date: January 31, 2022

Staff - IT/System/Headquarters

A position that supports corporate management. With a strategic perspective, he performs various tasks in the head office functional departments such as human resources, accounting, general affairs, legal affairs, and corporate planning.
Taking a medium- to long-term view of company management, formulating and implementing specific measures to support the management foundation in order to realize the company-wide vision.

Employment status

full-time or contract employee

Work location

According to the work location of each job type applied for

Working hours

Scheduled working hours 9:00-17:30 Break 60 minutes (actual work 7.5 hours)
There is a flextime system

Salary

Determined according to company regulations after considering experience and ability for each job type

bonus

Twice a year (June, December)

Allowances

Commuting allowance, telecommuting allowance, overtime allowance, etc.

holiday vacation

[Holidays] 2 full days off per week, public holidays, year-end and New Year holidays
[Vacation] Paid vacation (10 days in the first year of employment, plus 2 days every year thereafter, up to a maximum of 20 days)
Refreshment, congratulations and condolences, transfer, before and after childbirth, childcare, nursing care, public injury, volunteer leave, etc.

Welfare

[Systems] Various social insurance, telework system, flextime system, childcare/nursing care shorter working hours system, in-house recreation club activities, etc.

Disclosure of mid-career hiring ratio based on the Act on Comprehensive Promotion of Labor Measures

FY2020: 29%
FY2021: 28%
FY2022: 69%
*Publication date: January 31, 2024

Recruitment introduction

松本 恵
Human Resources Development Department Recruitment DivisionMegumiMatsumoto

Each employee is unique

I changed jobs from another industry, but as I had imagined, it was a company with a wide variety of employees. We are working on a one-of-a-kind space with the collective strength of our highly specialized employees. It's a long-established company that has been around for over 130 years, but I think the company's culture is neither too old nor too new.
We would like to convey the appeal of our company through interviews.

林 陽子
Human Resources Development Department Recruitment DivisionYokoHayashi

A company with many employees who enjoy their work!

I joined the company mid-career, and what I feel every day is that there are many employees at NOMURA who enjoy their work. Although there are difficulties behind the fun and fulfillment, I feel that there is a lot of communication between employees, and that many employees work with enthusiasm and enjoyment. I look forward to meeting people who can enjoy working at NOMURA!

杉野 佑樹
Human Resources Development Department Recruitment DivisionYukiSugino

There are infinite fields of activity!

Our company solves various social issues around the world by utilizing the individuality of each individual with the keyword "space creation" in mind, so I believe you will be able to find a field where you can thrive by utilizing your expertise and interests.
Why not turn your passion into a job?

西村 史朗
Human Resources Development Department Recruitment DivisionShiroNishimura

A company where individuality and organization are fused!

When I first joined the company mid-career, I was worried about whether I would be able to fit in with the company, which has a long history and has a lot of individuality. I believe that there is an environment where people with various backgrounds can flourish to their full potential! We look forward to seeing you!

髙橋 陽介
Human Resources Development Department, RecruitmentDivisionYosukeTakahashi

A company where tradition and innovation coexist

The first thing I felt when I joined the company was that it is a company where "tradition and innovation" coexist, with a desire to provide the same Delight and Passion throughout its long history, and a refusal to change in order to best meet the ever-changing needs of our customers. In order for NOMURA to continue to grow, it is essential that we have people with a wide range of experience. I sincerely look forward to meeting you all.

CultureGet to know the company culture

Capturing the essence and creating emotion - 20 years of genre-transcending challenges weave together new frontiers in spatial concept design

Capturing the essence and creating emotion - 20 years of genre-transcending challenges weave together new frontiers in spatial concept design

Kenji Takahashi has worked on spatial concept design in a wide range of fields, from corporate showrooms to cultural facilities. Takahashi has always been committed to capturing the essence of displays and creating moving experiences from his own perspective and approach. In this article, he talks about the secrets of spatial creation he has cultivated over his 20-year career and the thoughts he holds dear as a designer. Capture the essence and seek a unique approach. The challenge of seeking moving experiences goes beyond the boundaries of genres. Takahashi is the room chief of the Creative Headquarters, concept design Department 7, Second concept design Center, and leads nine members. He is working on a variety of projects that transcend market areas. Takahashi: "concept design team at the Osaka office is divided into three major fields: commercial, corporate, and cultural, but our rooms are a wide range of fields, from corporate showrooms and museums to displays spaces at cultural facilities. We are currently working on multiple projects at the same time, but the process of capturing the essence of the facility and thinking about how to convey it is the same in any field. Recently, I have been involved from the concept stage of the business, and I have had more opportunities to be involved in not only displays spaces but also architectural concept design proposals." Takahashi has been in charge of a wide range of projects so far. The project he is currently working on is the culmination of his career. Takahashi: "The project I am currently working on is a complex consisting of a product displays floor, an experience displays floor, workshops, a cafe, and shops. I am mobilizing all of the techniques and knowledge I have cultivated, while also taking advantage of my experience in aquariums, museums, restaurants, retail stores, theme park attractions, and architectural concept design." Takahashi has chosen to take on a wide range of work without being picky. As a designer, he has a set of uncompromising beliefs. Takahashi: "I talk to customers repeatedly to find the message they most want to convey, and pursue how to express it in a way that will deeply resonate with visitors. The products and content handled vary from facility to facility. I have always been conscious of a fresh and unique approach, and have aimed to propose ideas that will excite customers. I believe it is difficult for visitors to sympathize with and be moved by something that does not move us, the creators. Rather than thinking that I understand by looking at photos and documents, it is important to see the actual site and the actual thing." A story of life woven with simple expressions. Trust with customers is the source of creativity ▲ After joining the Hiyoriyama Coast Museum, Takahashi was mainly active in the field of corporate displays, but at the same time, his active involvement in competitions became the catalyst for broadening the scope of his career. Takahashi: "The first time I participated in a competition was when the head of concept design department asked me to. After trying a few times, I had more opportunities to be involved in competitions as the main person in charge of displays in parallel, and I became familiar with the sales staff within the company. Competitions are a competition with other companies, so high creativity and the ability to respond quickly are essential. It's tough, but it's a worthwhile challenge, and I feel that this experience has become the foundation of my career as a designer." Takahashi was promoted to room chief in 2014. The following year, he was put in charge of the Hiyoriyama Coast Museum project, which was a turning point for him. Takahashi: "Hiyayama Seaside Museum is a facility within Kinosaki Marine World, and is a 'storytelling' museum with the theme of 'life.' The entire space was concept design based on the concept that the zookeepers working at the facility would themselves talk about the knowledge and discoveries they had gained through their breeding activities. I met the zookeepers face-to-face and heard how they dealt with the creatures and what struggles they had faced. I proposed to incorporate the words that moved me into displays, and incorporated them into concept design. I faced concept design I wanted to express head-on, and as a result, it resonated with the customer, and I think it was a project that was successfully realized." For this project, Takahashi was involved in everything from displays to the architectural concept design, schematic design, and facility logo concept design. Behind this was the relationship of trust he had built up with his clients over many years. Takahashi: "Usually, architecture and displays are often done separately, but for this project, we sat down with the client to discuss the architectural concept design and interior concept, asking, 'Is this really okay?' over a period of about three years, and we created them together. I am the third generation designer to have inherited a relationship that has lasted for 40 years, and I believe that the reason we were able to work on the project as partners from the early planning stages is because our predecessors built a relationship of trust with the client and created an environment in which we could demonstrate our creativity." Since opening in 2019, the Hiyoriyama Kaigan Museum has won various concept design awards both in Japan and abroad. As a designer, Takahashi has received a solid response. Takahashi: "For displays, we treated the 30-meter-wide wall as a single large canvas, and arranged the visuals and displays simply around a copy with a strong message. Museums tend to have a lot of text, but perhaps the fact that we stripped it down to the bare minimum led to the award. After about 20 years of experience, I feel that I've finally reached a point where I can relax with trusted colleagues and stick to my expression and concept design to the fullest." A moving experience led by concept design that connects people and space. New value and possibilities revealed by two examples ▲ Kinosaki Marine World Fish displays Area "SeaZoo"As a project following the Hiyoriyama Kaigan Museum, Takahashi is also in charge of the renewal of the fish displays area "SeaZoo" at the same Kinosaki Marine World in 2024. Takahashi: "I was involved from the planning stage of displays concept, and together with the same staff and keepers as last time, we worked out the overall concept design of the space, the walls around the aquariums, and the communication concept design to convey information about the creatures. The concept of the new displays "CUBE" in SeaZoo is 'Towards an aquarium with more conversation.' We aimed for an displays style that would encourage new surprises and discoveries by utilising 20 cube-shaped aquariums, conversations with the keepers, illustrations, and graphic boards." "In "SeaZoo," the white space was meticulously concept design, with a composition that makes the aquariums, the main attraction, look like artworks in a museum. The communication-based displays is creating new experiences. Takahashi: "When you think of an aquarium, it's not uncommon for aquariums to have a row of tanks on the wall and visitors simply pass by them. So we set up communication boards next to the tanks and wrote short texts in the zookeepers' own words about what they found interesting or impressed while observing the creatures, and what they wanted visitors to pay attention to, without standardizing the expressions. This created a flow where visitors would read the communication board after looking at the aquarium, share the zookeepers' perspectives and thoughts, and then look at the aquarium again. If there were just a row of academic explanations, visitors would move on without even looking at the boards, but more people stopped to look at the zookeepers' real words and illustrations. We also installed monitors in various places where life-size zookeepers appeared and spoke to them, which was effective in significantly increasing the amount of time visitors stayed in the aquarium." Meanwhile, Takahashi also took on a bold concept design challenge in the competition for the "Waste Processing Tour Route" for the "Kikuchi Environmental Factory Clean Forest Koshi" that we took on with our client in 2021. This was also a project that culminated the spirit of adventure that I value as a designer. 」 English: Takahashi: "Usually the theory in a facility like this is to provide information on the walls, but we concept design a sugoroku-style information space that eliminates the boundary between the wall and the floor, and connects explanatory graphics, displays content, and sign graphics with a single line. On the tour route, information is scattered on the walls and floor like a board game, allowing visitors to have fun learning about the waste treatment process by reading explanations of the waste treatment facility that can be seen from the viewing window and taking quizzes. To keep children from getting bored until the end, we aimed for a design that allows them to move on to the next process like turning the pages of a picture book. I believe that the key to success in any job is to find an element that is enjoyable and produce a concept design that satisfies you. Rather than deciding whether or not to take on a project because of the genre, I have always sought to find how to make the project itself attractive and please the customer." Identifying the essence, pursuing new expressions, and giving shape to emotion ▲ Mori Goshi of Kikuchi Environmental Factory Clean "Guided by a single line, we tour the story. The waste treatment tour route" Takahashi says he feels rewarded when he finds a concept design angle that brings unique value and experience to a space, or a clue to create emotion. As a room chief and as a designer, he has a vision for himself. Takahashi: "There is no need to follow existing theories. Different people have different perspectives. Each member is able to honestly and unashamedly express what has moved them and their strong feelings, and I want to be a professional group that can create concept design that ultimately lead to customer satisfaction. Personally, I want to be a designer who is always pursuing new expressions. Currently, I am in charge of not only displays spaces, but also commercial facilities, but the importance of identifying the essence and how to convey it remains the same. I would like to continue to challenge myself in various genres. People around me often say, 'You look like you're having fun at work,' but I feel that I am most myself when I find enjoyment and am working on concept design that I truly believe are good. Question common sense, dig deep into things that you find strange, find a perspective, and incorporate them into concept design. I intend to continue to face concept design that I want to express head-on." And finally, from his position as a designer who has been at the forefront for over 20 years, Takahashi has this to say to his future colleagues: Takahashi: "NOMURA is a company where you can get involved in anything you want, from spatial design to graphics, video, and even architecture, as long as you have the motivation. I hope you will find your own joy in this ideal environment." Even with a career spanning more than 20 years, Takahashi's desire to explore new forms of expression is endless. His challenge to identify the essence and give form to emotion continues to expand into unknown territory. *The content is current as of November 2024.

Envisioning the path from multiple perspectives: The joy of managing the production of a space

Envisioning the path from multiple perspectives: The joy of managing the production of a space

Daisuke Inoue will be in charge of production management as a director, and will serve as a section manager from 2024. We have been involved in a wide range of projects such as aquariums, museums, and displays associations. He talks about the motivation and learning of creating a single thing in cooperation with various parts of the company and inside and outside the company, and his thoughts on fostering the next generation. Inoue is the manager of the Product Direction Department 2, Section 1 of the Product Direction Department 2 of the Division of the Sales Promotion Headquarters, where the opinions of customers, designers, and production management are coordinated to find a better landing point. We are a team that responds to a wide range of fields, and we are involved in various projects while coordinating 10 members. Inoue: "Currently, I am mainly involved in projects for the Osaka-Kansai Expo to be held in 2025. The job of production management is to embody the concept design drawn by the designer as an actual "space". The basis of my work is to be present at the site and direct the production and construction site while considering not only process management, but also safety and quality management, as well as cost balance. I used to do that kind of work every day until I became a section manager." The process of translating a designer's concept design into an actual construction requires a lot of adjustments. Inoue: Once the concept design is approved by the customer, we explain the contents to the partner companies and reflect them in the construction diagram in order to actually manufacture the product. We will find the best solution through repeated adjustments, such as considering the economic dimensions in consideration of the cost balance, and proposing alternatives that it would be better to change the material because people often touch it and it seems to get dirty. Designers have their own opinions, and customers have their own ideas. As a production manager, we must ensure safety and quality. It's a job where we reconcile our opinions and find a better landing spot." Of course, when working on a project, it is also essential to collaborate with the sales representative. Inoue: "The first thing about the cost of construction is to proceed with the contracted amount, but there may be more or less work to be done as it progresses. In order for the project to proceed smoothly, I think it is important for sales, designers, and production management to communicate closely within the company." Inoue: "I try to communicate with the members by showing up at the site and actively talking to them. Also, in order to reduce the burden on the members of the site, I try to take care of internal communication and coordination as much as possible." Inoue, who has collaborated with major general contractors and gained new insights, says that one of the projects he has been involved in so far has left a particularly strong impression on him is the renovation of the displays of a public archive, which he was entrusted with in his third year with the company. Inoue: Until then, I had been mainly in charge of displays associations, but when I changed departments, I became involved in cultural facilities for the first time. It was at this time that I learned how hard the work is. For example, I learned that if we do not pay attention to the details, such as checking whether the road used for delivery is a public road or a private road, and make various adjustments and considerations, there is a possibility that it will cause inconvenience to customers and related parties, and that construction may be delayed. In addition to this, I also learned the compilation and procedures for submitting documents from scratch, and I think I gained a new understanding of the fundamentals of production management." Four years later, he was entrusted with production management for a large-scale project to renovate a large coral reef tank in one of the world's largest aquariums, and he felt a great sense of fulfillment. Inoue: "This tank is based on the theme of the world's largest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef, off the northeastern coast of Australia. I was surrounded by people with specialized knowledge, so I repeatedly watched videos introducing the area to gain knowledge of coral reefs in order to expand my image. Even when deciding on the shape of the pseudo-rock to be created in the aquarium, it is necessary to give careful consideration to the living creatures. For example, if there is a depression in the rock, it will become a puddle of water and plankton will be generated, and if the tunnel is not enlarged, fish will get clogged up. It was difficult because there were many unusual considerations, such as covering the acrylic sealing part to prevent sea turtles from eating it, but the work itself related to these creatures was fresh, and I felt that it was rewarding to create a place where many people could see it." In this project, a major general contractor who construction the aquarium, a company that handles equipment in the aquarium, and NOMURA Three companies are stationed in the same field office. "I gained new insights through collaboration," he says. Inoue: "It was the first time that different companies had seats in one office, and I enjoyed the process of the three companies striving toward the same goal. In addition, as I saw the work of each company from a close distance, I was able to see what I wanted to refer to, such as how to proceed with work, how to make arrangements, and how to compile safety documents, and it was a very informative project." I was given the opportunity to learn about work in a wide range of fields, and my horizons were strengthened and broadened▲ Projects involving the Kyoto Railway Museum displays Inoue has expanded from associations to permanent facilities such as cultural facilities and corporate showrooms. At first glance, they seem to be different jobs, but they actually have a lot in common. Inoue: "In the case of a displays meeting with only two or three days of construction, it is characterized by simplifying what can be simplified as much as possible in anticipation of subsequent demolition displays. I was entrusted with the new project and was responsible for the production management of the entire facility. He says that he put his heart and soul into formulating safety standards in accordance with the rules of the railway company. Inoue: "It was difficult to look at the drawings drawn by the designers, coordinate with the railway company what kind of rules to apply to which parts, and reflect them in the construction diagramsI also gained a new perspective through interaction with experts in structural calculations. Inoue: "For example, in the design of buildings and structures, I was able to acquire a certain amount of knowledge, such as the need to increase the strength of the foundation rather than the upper part. By requesting structural calculations based on the sketches drawn based on such knowledge, we were able to proceed efficiently without rework. In addition, there were many railway fans, including customers, so it was very fun to be able to get trivia on the spot, such as the rare license plate of the SL," says Inoue, reflecting on the projects he has been involved in so far, and thanking his boss for giving him the opportunity to learn a wide range of fields. Inoue "Every time a job comes in, I go through trial and error, saying, 'I can't seem to work with my past experience, so I have to think about how to do it,' which is why I am trained and broaden my horizons. Inoue: "There are early days in the morning and periods when I have to work overtime, and there are many situations where I have to struggle to get the people from the subcontractors to work well on site, but when I see the completion of what I have worked on and the joy of the visitors, all the hard work is blown away. It makes me want to work hard again for my next job." "Lateral thinking of withered technology." Inoue, who has experienced the creation of new value through his work in production management, says that he sympathizes with the words of Gunpei Yokoi, who was also called the "father of mobile games," as "lateral thinking of withered technology." Inoue: "It means creating new value by utilizing existing technologies in different fields, and I think this idea has something in common with our work. If there is a way to do it, a new breakthrough can be created by looking at it from multiple angles, from the front, the back, and the side. I think there is something in common with our work in production management, which is to consider any issue from various angles and think about how it can be done." Inoue: "As a production manager, I find it interesting to have various people, including partner companies, work on the project and lead it to completion with the help of wisdom and knowledge, and I would like to continue to contribute to the world through this work," he says, adding that he would like to make use of his own experience to focus on training the next generation. Inoue: "I would like to create many opportunities for my juniors to take on projects that would not succeed unless they approached them with a flexible mindset, just as my boss once trained me. If you find what you can do at your own discretion and work on it, rather than just doing what you are told, you will naturally feel the joy of your work." Finally, he cites the history and achievements built up by our predecessors as the appeal of NOMURA. Inoue: "As our history and achievements show, at NOMURA you can experience a lot of work, including large projects, and there are many opportunities to connect your field of interest and what you want to do to your work. As long as they are motivated, the possibilities of each employee will expand infinitely," says Inoue, who has been active in multiple fields regardless of the field. In the future, I will pass on this know-how and the real pleasure of my work to my juniors, and illuminate the future of my colleagues and the company even brighter. * The information is current as of October 2024.

Bringing together the power of members to create something ──The journey of a project leader who connects people inside and outside the company

Bringing together the power of members to create something ──The journey of a project leader who connects people inside and outside the company

Tomoaki Onuki joined the company in 2020 as a salesperson with experience. As a person in charge of the hotel market, I promote project management. Onuki, who has been working calmly to organize the team well and taking on big projects since shortly joining the company, looks back on the past and talks about his work ethic and vision for the future. Connecting customers and internal members, sales as a project leaderOnuki joined NOMURA in 2020. The Sales Department 1, Sales Division 2, Sales Promotion Division, to which I belong, handles projects for hotels in Japan and overseas. There are 15 members in the two sections, and each of them is responsible for project management as the leader of each project. Onuki: My role is to communicate with customers, understand their needs, and promote projects while taking into account deadlines and budgets. The main work is coordination work with in-house designers, designers, and production teams. When it comes to a large project, we have a regular meeting once a week for the entire project, and there are many internal meetings and preliminary meetings with customers to prepare for it. concept design is generally left up to the designers, but if the concept design has a material that doesn't fit the budget or has difficult specifications, we may ask them to adjust it to fit the budget." NOMURA 's strength lies in its ongoing customer relationships and high repeat business rate. Onuki: "Cultivating new business is one of our roles, but we also receive many referrals from existing customers, developers, and design offices, and I think that the high repeat rate is proof that our company is trusted." There are things that Onuki values in his work. That is, to be positive. It's the key to facilitating complex projects. Onuki: "In the course of a project, there are many times when new requests arise from customers during the project, and even in such cases, we respond calmly without panicking. If it is difficult to achieve, we will discuss with the in-house designers and directors (production management) where to find the pitfalls and make a proposal to the customer. I think about what roles our members can play and make sure that everyone can work in a good atmosphere," says Onuki, who is sincere with both customers and internal members. In the background is the presence of family. Onuki: "I have a son, but I don't want him to work in a way that makes him think it's 'uncool,' so I want to work honestly and be myself that I can always be proud of." Accomplish it with the support of the members ▲ Hotel Okura Kyoto After graduating from Okazaki Bettei University, Onuki gained experience in the interiors business at a curtain manufacturer and a interiors construction company. Onuki: "I learned the basics of the industry through my work as a salesperson at a curtain manufacturer, handling flooring and other products. interiors construction At the company, I was in charge of sales for the first two years, and then I was in charge of production as a result of job rotation. interiors I was able to experience the entire construction process at the site." When he was involved in the sales and production of overseas luxury brand stores at a interiors company specializing in commercial stores, a certain feeling was born in Onuki. Onuki: "I started to think that I wanted to work in more different fields, and with the milestone of 40 years old, I wanted to further pursue my abilities and jump into an environment where I could realize them, which led to my determination to take on new challenges NOMURA." The deciding factor was the breadth of projects we were working on. Onuki: "I was attracted to NOMURA because it covers a wide range of projects, including commercial and cultural facilities, and has the potential to be involved in projects in a variety of markets." This is a project of "Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei". Onuki: I joined the project at a time when the design was completed and we were promoting construction. At that time, due to the influence of Corona, there was a change in plans, and we had to look at everything from the design of the guest room and lobby restaurant to the construction. About 12 employees in Tokyo and Osaka were involved in this project, and for the first six months or so, I accompanied my previous sales representative, and after that, I was in charge alone. At that time, in addition to the fact that we were mainly communicating online due to the Corona disaster, there were many confusions, such as participating in a project that was already being promoted in the middle of the project, and working with members in Osaka who were even further away. If there was anything that bothered me even a little, I tried to communicate with them, but most of all, I was able to put it all together safely by having the designers and directors (production management) follow up on how to proceed." Onuki: "Commercial stores are often designed mainly from the perspective of the staff, but I felt that the difference was that hotels emphasized the perspective of the guests as well as the staff. I was able to learn the difficulties of the scale by doing it NOMURA." After joining the company, he completed several large projects that involved both design and construction, so he was selected as a JOB leader in a renovation project of a foreign-affiliated luxury hotel. Onuki: It was one of the largest hotel projects for our company to date. We received a total order from design to construction, and I was in charge of three main areas: guest rooms, lower floors, and the 22nd floor. It was an extremely difficult project to completely renovate the hotel in about 10 months while operating it. The hardest part was the number of people involved. It was necessary to coordinate with about 100 members both inside and outside the company. In addition to in-house designers and designers, there are also PM (*1) companies and AM (*2) companies. While considering who to approve and get consensus from, as well as human relations, we appropriately allocated the information to meet the customer's request." In order to lead the large-scale project to success, Onuki focused on "increasing the amount of action." Onuki "I took the initiative and communicated with various people to do what I needed to do. In about a year and a half of this project, I used a total of four notebooks." Onuki: "It's hard to have a large number of people involved, but it's also fun. There is a limit to what I can do on my own, but I find it rewarding to be able to put together a big project while assigning the right people to the right place." *1 Project management. A company that comprehensively manages and promotes project quality, process, cost, etc. *2 Asset management. A company that acts as an agent for the management and preservation of investment assets on behalf of the owner While enriching his private life, Onuki has been taking on new challenges at NOMURA for four years since he joined NOMURA. Now that we have successfully completed a large-scale hotel project, we are aiming for even greater heights. Onuki: "I want to be a company that makes people think, 'I can rest assured if I leave large-scale hotel projects to Onuki,' and eventually I would like to take on the challenge of fields other than hotels. One of the reasons for changing jobs, "I want to work in more different fields," is now being realized. In projects in different fields of scale and large amounts, we pursue the best manufacturing together with the unique members of the company. I feel like it's exactly the kind of environment I'm looking for." One of the attractions of NOMURA is its good work-life balance. Onuki: "Compared to my previous job, the way I work has improved a lot, and thanks to this, I was able to start getting a dog, which my son wanted, and I enjoy walking with the dog in the park on weekends NOMURA." Onuki: "I think it's especially suitable for people who want to try various jobs and have the desire to do big work. It is an opportunity and a responsibility, but I think we have an environment where we can grow through such challenges. I'm looking forward to working with people who want to take on new challenges just like me." NOMURA Onuki has only just begun his new challenge. Onuki's work to unite the power of members and give shape to customers' dreams will further enhance the true value of NOMURA. * The information is current as of June 2024.

Creating spaces that move people's hearts. The challenge of designers aiming to become a world-class concept design team.

Creating spaces that move people's hearts. The challenge of designers aiming to become a world-class concept design team.

After joining the company in 2007, Yoshimura Mineto is currently working as a room chief at the Nomura concept design Center No. 1, Creative Headquarters. He has worked on a wide range concept design from commercial spaces to private residences, and is committed to creating spaces that move people's hearts with his unique philosophy of "concept design the entire air." He talks about his passion for his work and his new challenges as a designer. "concept design the entire air." Behind the scenes of a project that creates new value▲ Anniversaire Omotesando Yoshimura belongs to concept design Division 5 of NOMURA concept design Center No. 1, Creative Headquarters. As a room chief, he works with the planning team on a wide range of concept design from commercial spaces to residences. Yoshimura: "Specifically, in addition to concept design more than 10 homes, including private residences, we also design casual Italian restaurants, high-end watch stores in Ginza, and members-only salons for the wealthy. We are involved in a wide range of projects, from large spaces to small spaces related to lifestyles." Yoshimura's work is not limited to simply creating spaces. There is a consistent desire to concept design people's emotions and the atmosphere. Yoshimura: "I often tell my clients that I will 'concept design the entire atmosphere,' but that doesn't mean I'm just trying to make the space look cool and innovative. I focus on how the space will create a wonderful atmosphere for the time spent there, and carefully consider the floor plan. This is true not only for residential buildings, but also for restaurants and hotels." One of the distinctive features of Yoshimura's work is his collaboration with the planning team in charge of the project. This effect is particularly evident in projects that aim to create new value. Yoshimura: "For example, Anniversaire Omotesando. For the large-scale renovation project to mark the 25th anniversary of the opening, the client wanted the venue to be more open to the town and to try new ways of using the venue beyond just as a wedding venue. With the involvement of the planning team, we were able to conduct an in-depth analysis of related data from perspectives other than concept design, such as the characteristics of the people visiting Omotesando, trends in the wedding market, and the atmosphere desired at corporate parties. They were also good at putting concept design into words, which added depth to concept design of each floor and made it easier to communicate to clients. I think what makes NOMURA so interesting is the environment where we can cooperate beyond team boundaries, and I have learned a lot myself." Yoshimura's attitude towards work is filled with a spirit of adventure, always trying to create something new. Yoshimura: "Almost all of our clients want to create new ways of using things and scenes that have never been seen before, and we expect them to propose new worldviews and ways of thinking. Sometimes we are asked to have a global perspective, not just a Japanese one. When working on such challenging projects, I always keep in mind to enjoy concept design. When you try to create something new, you will hit many obstacles. But I think it is important to enjoy even that process. When you start to hear people say, 'I'm looking forward to the finished product,' that is a sign that you are heading towards a good concept design. Ultimately, the important indicator is whether it is a space that you want to take your loved ones to and whether you are excited about it." "A space that blends into people's lives." Passion for concept design that connects people and spacesYoshimura says that what led him to pursue spatial concept design was an experience he had in high school. Yoshimura: "When I was in high school, I often went to a local coffee chain to study. I noticed that the space that I spent 140 yen on a cup of coffee was part of the lives of many people. There was a regular old man who came at a certain time every week, a person who teaches English conversation, and a couple who always sat at the same table and talked. The space that people could spend 140 yen in enriches people's lives. The moment I realized this, I wanted to concept design the space of a store like this. So I talked to my art teacher, and the day after he told me about art school, I started going to an art school." With a strong passion for spatial concept design he went on to art school. During his time at school, he had the opportunity to take a class from Shigechiyo Suzuki, the current executive creative director of NOMURA, and through his interactions after class, he began to become interested in the company. Yoshimura: "Every time we met, he would talk about his work with a smile on his face and look like he was having fun. Suzuki was in his mid-50s at the time. Seeing someone with many subordinates talking about their work with such enthusiasm made me think, 'This company has lively designers and a sense of momentum.' So I started researching NOMURA, interviewed, and decided to join the company." After joining the company, Yoshimura began his career as concept design in the commercial environment company. In 2010, he joined the concept design team called "AND." Yoshimura: "AND is a group of designers led by Kosaka Ryu (Senior Executive Officer concept design Officer at NOMURA), who specializes in creating high-quality spaces. For around 10 years, Kosaka thoroughly drilled into me the essence of concept design. During that time, I will never forget the first time we were entrusted with the project of the restaurant, GENIE'S TOKYO. I learned the difficulty of creating a restaurant while considering various things such as the profitability and facilities of the restaurant, and the movement of staff and customers. As a designer, I don't just draw pictures, but also collaborate with people from all kinds of industries to create a store." Through this experience, Yoshimura realized the dynamism of how a single line drawn by him can move many people and money, and the weight of responsibility that comes with it. Yoshimura: "There was one time when I had them make something based on the pictures and drawings I had made, but a mistake occurred...I had to bow my head and ask them to fix it, and it was a project where I really felt the weight of failure. At the same time, I learned a lot about the importance of connections with people. I was thankful to have become friends with the people on site, and they helped me out when I ran into trouble at work later on. I really felt the importance of not just concept design, but relationships with the people on site." Envisioning a future of rich housing with an innovative concept design approach ▲ Dear Homes Mita Yoshimura returned to NOMURA in 2021, formed his own team, and took on the role of room chief. He would then go on to work on two memorable projects. Yoshimura: "The first one was Dear Homes Mita (a renovation project for an apartment building for the wealthy). It all started with my work at AND, and the client I was in charge of contacted me and said, 'I heard you've returned to NOMURA Ltd. We'd love to work with you again.' To be honest, I was surprised. They asked me to do the work personally, not as a member of AND, the team that Kosaka was on. I was very happy that they appreciated my careful work and my approach to concept design." Yoshimura says that it was a project he put a lot of energy into in order to meet the client's expectations. He took on the challenge of residence concept design from a new perspective. Yoshimura: "In the housing market for wealthy people, calm tones and colors that seek comfort were mainstream. However, based on my experience in restaurants and commercial facilities, I thought it would be good to incorporate more upbeat and uplifting colors and concept design into homes. For example, I proposed using color in the main areas that are usually white, or flipping over a shelf to change from wood to colorful leather, making it easy to redecorate like changing clothes." This innovative approach led to the next big project. Yoshimura: "When I spoke with art director Shun Kawakami in a talk show for nomlog*, he was very interested in the design process of this house and the way it expresses the richness of the house, and asked me to work with him, which led to the job of concept design a new bathroom concept for LIXIL." This project gave Yoshimura the opportunity to fundamentally rethink the concept of bathroom space. Yoshimura: "I realized that while I carefully consider the layout of the living room and bedroom, such as the position of the walls, the visibility of the storage, the movement of the eyes, and colors, I had not given much thought to the spatial composition of the bathroom. I wanted to propose a way for users to enjoy the bath in a variety of ways, so I concept design based on the time axis. By simply installing a small curved wall in the bath, I proposed an idea that would change the mood between the time spent washing the body and the time spent soaking in the water. I also emphasized the importance of expanding the range of options. Although a home is one of the most expensive purchases in life, I feel that there are limited concept design. I thought that reflecting the breadth of options when choosing a cell phone or clothes in bathroom concept design would lead to the richness of the home, so I increased the options for colors and designs." Through these projects, Yoshimura deeply considers the richness of the home and proposes new values. It creates a change in the hearts of the people who spend time in that space. *nomlog: https://www.nomlog.nomurakougei.co.jp/ NOMURA Group's media that pursues the possibilities of "space" and "experience". Professional space creators will share the behind-the-scenes of projects, their daily efforts, and their own unique thoughts. "Aiming to be a designer team that people choose." Yoshimura Room's challenge to connect with people and create spacesYoshimura says that the rewarding part of his job is the connections he makes with people. Yoshimura: "I strongly feel that creating a space cannot be done by one person. No matter how talented a designer you are, it won't come to fruition without the craftsmen who can give it shape. Of course, it won't start without customers. That's why I love the sense of accomplishment of creating something together, and that's why I continue to do this job. When a long-term project is over, we sometimes make a photo album as a gift for the customer. It includes sketches of concept design that have never been shown before, inspections at the factory, and photos that have been taken up until now. I really love the moments when we can share that we have all made something good together." Yoshimura, who has always valued connections with people, talks about his vision for the future. Yoshimura: "I want to challenge myself to see how well we can be accepted on the world stage in a few years. Even if I'm in charge of a facility in Japan, the customers who use it are those who have seen wonderful places all over the world. I have to create something that many different people will find wonderful. With that in mind, I'm feeling more and more eager to see if my aesthetic sense and sensibility can really be accepted overseas." Yoshimura Room also has a clear goal. Yoshimura: "For the past four years, our goal has been to become a design team that is chosen. This is a pretty big word, and it's not easy to achieve. But we will continue to set big goals, and ultimately we aim to become designers who are requested by name from overseas." Finally, Yoshimura talks about the appeal of NOMURA Yoshimura: "The appeal of NOMURA is that there are so many people who are willing to help, as well as seniors I can respect and juniors who inspire me. It's probably not often that you can immediately think of a senior in your own company that you respect or a junior who you think is excellent. I feel very blessed to be able to improve myself in an environment where we can discuss concept design on a daily basis. That's what's great about our company, which is why I'm still here." With his sights set on the world in a stimulating and growing environment, Yoshimura will continue to pave the way for the future of spatial concept design as he carefully deals with each and every space. *The content is current as of September 2024.

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