At the core of the design are the renovation of an existing glass-gabled building and the construction of a new structure behind it. The renovated building was restructured to emphasize openness and visual continuity. Previously, the abundance of interior and exterior elements prevented the full utilization of the glass façade. Therefore, unnecessary interior elements were removed, and exterior equipment was relocated to ensure clear sightlines. This created a space where children can run freely while being safely watched over. In front of the building, a lawn seamlessly connects with the sidewalk, allowing visitors to enter the premises naturally.

The Beitou area of Taipei, Taiwan is a testament to the cultural legacy left by the early Japanese merchants, with its serene alleyways and rich historical connections. The design of this project celebrates the area’s distinctive cultural essence and historical significance, together with the  understated choice of materials and design language, it creates a harmonious environment that honors the unique character of this region, enriching its sense of place, both exteriorly and interiorly.

Design Concept: “i-sekai-gekijo” - A station that conveys the appeal of movement and the pulse of life because the “railways and stations” have moved people and towns until now, we chose the theme of “movement” to convey the movement of life, or “life itself”. We aimed to create a place where visitors could experience movement and travel, and feel the diversity and pulse of life, just like a theater where visitors can watch a story. We designed a “vibrant and moving station”where people are led through a variety of scenes created with a design rooted in Japanese culture, and where there are new discoveries every time you visit.

DAISHINKU CORP. is a leading Japanese company engaged in the manufacturing and sales of quartz devices, including quartz oscillators. This project aims to create a smart factory that integrates headquarters and plant on a site adjacent to the existing Central Laboratory. The exterior design is inspired by stacked crystal chips. Five layered rectangular volumes of different sizes represent Daishinku's history of technological innovation and its future growth.

A natural hotel that coexists with the environment, climate, and culture of Higashiyama, Kyoto. From architectural planning to construction and hotel operation, we consistently work to realize a recycling-oriented society, and design hotels that provide comfort felt by all five senses, which cannot be obtained through only towards quantitative performance. It is a pioneering hotel that shifts the value of luxury from the material to the spiritual!

This is a project for a condominium-style hotel located in a quiet residential area. This facility represents a new type of establishment that integrates the latest technology, allowing the usage format to be freely switched between hotel and vacation home through a single app. Based on the concept of "living like traveling," it allows for reciprocal use across hotels of the same brand, catering to a new lifestyle that lies between residential and hotel living. The design needed to meet the demand for architecture and diverse interior designs suitable for this new way of living. 

The one and only resort hotel where you can live in harmony with nature and feel the beauty of Setouchi The Seto Inland Sea, dotted with more than 700 small islands, is a place of scenic beauty. The Seto Inland Sea is acclaimed as the most beautiful place in the world for the beauty of the calm sea when the wind dies down and the waves become gentle, and for the beauty of the archipelago of small islands in the inland sea. The beautiful colors of the sea are inlaid with jade green, and the essence of Setouchi's charm is expressed through the four seasons and artwork by local artists, leaving a strong impression on guests.

The design of the lobby is inspired by the breathtaking scenery of Xianqiao Mountain, where the essence of design and the charm of nature blend and enhance each other beautifully. At the center of the lobby area, an artistic landscape stands majestically. A stone sculpture of an immortal, poised and elegant, stands under the green pines and cypresses, resonating with the legends of Xianqiao Mountain. As Hegel said, “Architecture is frozen music, and design is flowing poetry.” Through design, the legends of the Guizhou region are vividly brought to life in the architecture.  Jade-like polished marble is the primary material selected by the designers, whose delicate texture, as warm and smooth as jade, fills the space with light and colour amidst the interplay of light and shadows. The openwork screens partially conceal murals of bamboo shadows, as if transplanting the scenery from distant mountains indoors. Carrying the mild bitterness of a gentle breeze and the fresh scent of bamboo leaves, these elements infuse the space with the essence of a mountainous atmosphere.

The hotel project is located on Pengliuyang West Road, near Yellow Crane Tower in Wuchang, a historic area with scenic attractions. The design draws inspiration from Keith Haring’s art and the iconic Wuhan dish “Hot Dry Noodles,” focusing on the concept of “art in a single line” through abstract curves. This approach integrates commerce and art, creating a space for youth to relax and socialize. Set in a renovated old building, the hotel features expansive floor-to-ceiling windows to maximize views.

The imagery of wild geese flying overhead has become the central theme of this design, drawing inspiration from natural elements such as "valley," "water," "stone," "light," and "fog" to guide the spatial zoning. Each public space is imbued with its own unique natural design attributes, transforming the environment into a dynamic interplay of heights and depths, brightness and shadows, flowing lines and jagged edges, rugged or narrow valleys, streams, boulders, skylights, or dense mist. Through the use of internal structures and custom textures, the space is designed to evoke a sense of timelessness, liberating visitors from the fast-paced rhythm of urban life. It aims to lead the mind inward, allowing a brief escape from reality through these natural elements and fostering an experience of wandering through nature.

Canopy by Hilton is a lifestyle brand rooted in the concept of “neighborhood” and grounded in the local area. It features designs and services that exploit the distinct qualities of the surroundings. Canopy by Hilton Osaka Umeda is located in the Grand Green Osaka’s North Building, adjacent to Umekita Park. The tower incorporates public spaces and guest rooms overlooking the park on the upper floors and a cafe on the first floor. The design concept is “HACK Osaka.” HACK is the alteration of existing concepts, a mixture of new ideas, and rewriting of the conventional system. Through the Canopy brand's filter, the goal was to create a hotel representing a new Osaka by constructing a space that humorously HACKs Osaka's local identity and culture.

The Osaka Station Hotel: A Landmark on the Site of the First Osaka Station

Located in the vibrant Umeda district of Osaka, the Osaka Station Hotel has opened its doors within a newly constructed skyscraper directly connected to Osaka Station. For our client—a railway company that played a pivotal role in shaping western Japan—the hotel’s location on the site of the original Osaka Station is profoundly significant. To honor the history, culture, and value of this land while passing it on to future generations, the brand concept was defined as "THE OSAKA TIME." In response to this vision, we developed a design philosophy called "A Journey Through Time and Space," drawing on memories of Osaka Station and railway history. This theme was introduced to the design elements throughout the hotel.

Future Eco Osaka: A Human-Centred Hotel Design for the Next Generation. Located in the heart of Osaka, our 168-room business hotel redefines the modern urban hospitality experience through a Future Eco Osaka design concept. Emphasizing sustainability, functionality, and a strong sense of community, our hotel seamlessly blends eco-conscious innovation with contemporary aesthetics, creating an inspiring space where guests can connect, recharge, and experience the future of hospitality.

Given significant architectural restrictions that prevented major structural alterations, our design approach focused on adaptive transformation, maximizing existing spaces while integrating sustainable and technologically advanced design solutions.

The concept envisions a groundbreaking fusion dining experience, paying tribute to the renowned French restaurant "La Nouvelle" and reimagining two distinct dining spaces through thoughtful renovation. The first restaurant draws inspiration from "La Nouvelle," embracing a palette that mirrors the ever-changing sky - an interplay of purples, blues, and greens accented by the warmth of oak wood. This harmony of colours evokes an elegant yet inviting ambiance. The bright, vibrant atmosphere is further enhanced by curated artwork and a wine cellar centrepiece within the buffet area, subtly designed to awaken the senses and elevate the dining experience.

Wanmo's design is driven by the theme of "Interstellar Exploration," seamlessly blending culinary and social experiences with a futuristic narrative. The space features unique design elements such as continuous acrylic ring matrices, soft lighting, and standalone island counters, evoking the feeling of a vast mothership and distant galaxies. The use of red sandstone, metal, and lighting installations creates an immersive, otherworldly environment.

A plan for renovating a restaurant that features live music. After a thorough structural assessment, a spacious central atrium was created. The stage was positioned facing the main street, resulting in a three-dimensional space configuration that allows a 360-degree view from all corners. Opening the windows seamlessly blurs the interior and exterior, creating a new breezy ambianceconnecting the city and the restaurant through music.

VERT - A Japanese tea and dessert course restaurant in Kagurazaka. Just two years after its grand opening in 2022, VERT changed location and reopened in November of last year as the next step in its growth. The concept of the tasting menu created by Owner-pâtissier Tanaka is Chasoryusui, which is a phrase coined by Tanaka to mean the enjoyment of tea with the freedom of flowing water in a place where people and culture come together. Anchored by this sentiment, the design emerged from thoughts of tea, food, Japanese culture, and the beauty of the four seasons.

A plan for renovating a restaurant that features live music. After a thorough structural assessment, a spacious central atrium was created. The stage was positioned facing the main street, resulting in a three-dimensional space configuration that allows a 360-degree view from all corners. Opening the windows seamlessly blurs the interior and exterior, creating a new breezy ambianceconnecting the city and the restaurant through music.

The design vision of Orque D'or (Gold Orca), a private club for high-net-worth individuals, to life under Tokai Tokyo Securities' guiding principle: "As a provider of financial services, we contribute to our customers' asset formation and capital growth, thereby supporting the Japanese economy." Located in Aoyama, this third venue offers both financial and non-financial services, fostering cross-industry collaboration. The club’s "comfortable discomfort" concept inspires curiosity and connection in an elegant setting with a salon, restaurant, and reception room, encouraging interactions that drive Japanese business and social growth.

The design of a tenant-dedicated work lounge, reborn as part of DAIBIRU's 100th-anniversary office reconstruction project. The project site is located on Midosuji Avenue, Osaka’s main street, which stretches north to south through the city and is lined with commercial and office buildings. The lively and attractive location provides beautiful seasonal views of the surrounding shrines and rows of ginkgo trees.

KOKUYO renovated the ground floor of a 40-year-old office building in Tennozu Isle, in Tokyo. EZOHUB is a complex of retail PoC, cafe & bar, centered around incubation office. It has two locations, one in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost prefecture, and the other in Tennozu Isle, Tokyo's business district. This location will serve as a hub for the sharing and fusion of the various regional issues facing Hokkaido and the cutting-edge technologies and ideas of Tokyo-based companies. T

The new office building project, designed specifically for the use of Panasonic Group companies, islocated at the closest station to Panasonic's headquarters area. The first and second floors are entrancespaces open to the local area with a grand staircase; the third to seventh floors are private areas for offices.Most of the common areas are the five-story exterior terraced atrium.

The common areas of a standard office floor are typically used for central core functions such as corridors, elevators, restrooms, and utility shafts, not for places where staff actively interact. For this project, the common areas are boldly transformed into an external terrace, challenging the conventional norm of an office.

Mitsubishi Pencil is a long-established writing instruments manufacturer founded in 1887. In Oimachi, Tokyo, where its headquarters is located, a studio was established to create a point of contact between local residents, creators, and employees. Visitors can encounter and experience “expression” through stationery, art, and books.

The studio was designed as a space that can be enjoyed by everyone, from children to adults. The concept of the space was to create an atmosphere similar to that of a school arts and crafts room, where people can enjoy writing and drawing intuitively while immersing themselves in their creative work.

‭Jupiter Jazz designed a new office for Dirbato in collaboration with SIIM (graphic design) and tonel.Inc‬ (construction management). Dirbato is a Japan-based IT consulting firm with a mission to "Bring joy to‬the world through technology.

" The goal of their new office project was to create a space that‬ embodies this mission and excites people about their technology. To achieve this, we designed a‬ digital experience that transforms the office into an interactive environment, allowing guests to engage‬ with the company's corporate identity.‬ While one-third of the floor is reserved for individual work, the rest is designed as a welcoming and‬ engaging space for both internal and external communication. We identified several key areas around‬ the entrance with the potential to amplify the corporate identity.

As a communication design company, we have placed various free spaces at the core of our office zoning that stimulate the imagination of the scenes in which they are used, rather than forcing their use in this era.

 External display and communication areas that connect with people outside the company. A café space for gathering with plants and functional furniture. An intentionally created “open space” where events are held on a regular basis. No space is fixed and can be changed according to your imagination.

The appearance of the demonstration area is as creative and futuristic as an art museum. In the face of the characteristics shaped by the building itself, Li Yizhong Space Design gave full play to its strengths and elevated the interior to the level of an art museum. The architectural mass is designed through the dislocation superposition of solid boxes and glass boxes, creating rich perspective effects and spatial experience, and simultaneously exerting a profound influence on the streamline organization and floor plan within the space.

A training facility where you can realize "5 training styles" for employees to grow. The name of the facility is PATIO, an acronym for "Passive," "Active," "Teaching," "Immersion," and "Open." The "Root" theme draws inspiration from the PATIO ethos while focusing on the intricate journey of growth symbolized by roots. Impressive lighting with a root motif and a large display wall welcome visitors.

HUMAN UNBORED is a platform dedicated to promoting international trendy art. Its first store in China is located in Chengdu. Drawing inspiration from the momentous occasion of humanity's first liberation from the gravitational pull of the Earth, we have created an "unbored trend space station." The entire project is divided into two distinct areas: the "trend exhibition interior" within the original old industrial building, and the newly constructed "Trees of Three Trend Pop-up Platform." The architecture integrates the interior and exterior, preserving the existing trees and incorporating them into the building's interior.

This is prominently located on a corner lot in the center of one of Osaka’s favorite shopping streets. Specialty cafes and shops have been popping up in this trendy and exciting neighborhood over the past few years, run by younger generations attracted by its retro downtown feel and the warmth of the local shop owners. With its concept of “sweets for teatime,” the shop offers an assortment of desserts to accompany tea time, including baked sweets, refrigerated desserts, and meringue cookies. As we believe that tea and sweets enjoyed at the mountaintop must be exceptionally delicious, the design concept is “a sea of clouds at the mountaintop.” This concept was developed by imagining the luxurious experience and brisk feel of having tea with sweets while overlooking a sea of clouds at the mountaintop.

Pokémon Center Nagoya in Aichi Prefecture is an official Pokémon shop that offers more than just a shopping experience. In addition to the merchandise sales area, the store features an event space, a Pokémon card station, and other interactive zones where visitors can immerse themselves in the world of Pokémon.
Situated next to Hisaya-odori Park, one of Nagoya’s iconic landmarks known for its lush greenery, the store’s design seamlessly integrates with the park’s inviting atmosphere. Visitors are encouraged to explore the space as if continuing their stroll through the park. The deep green color palette lends a tranquil ambiance, while strategically placed backlit soffit corners evoke the lively charm of a bustling marketplace.

Cacaotier Gokan, a chocolatier committed to stimulating all “five senses,” visits cacao-producing regions and, starting from the bean, collaborates with cacao farmers to create uncompromising chocolate. In the process of making chocolate, the husk of the cacao bean, which comprises 20~30% of the bean, is always removed as it would worsen the flavor of the chocolate. Most of it ends up as industrial waste. How to make effective use of the husks has become a social issue. This project focused on the potential usefulness of cacao husk as an interior-finishing material.

Eggsinn, which signifies “new life and inclusiveness,” is a trendy fashion concept store born in Chengdu. This time, we adopted the concept of “traversal” as the spatial logic, rationally dividing the space into three independent yet interconnected zones: the “Cabin Display Area,” the “Upstream Hanging Area,” and the “Matrix Storage Area.” This layout maximizes customer satisfaction. The inverted boat serves as the visual focal point of the entire space, creating a “super-scale” visual impact that is both indoors and outdoors.

MITHRIDATE Boutique, designed by SLT Design, is located in Guangzhou, China. The avant-garde fashion brand constantly draws inspiration from theater and stage. Building on this concept, SLT Design transforms the shopping experience into an immersive theatrical journey, creating a captivating space inspired by the "Sphere" concept—a realm where reality and illusion seamlessly merge to capture the brand's essence and atmospheric identity. Visitors become both observers and participants in this fusion of fashion and aesthetics.

Fresh food, as an economic term, refers to recently produced items with a short shelf life that maintain their original qualities. This concept emphasizes the freshness and authenticity of food, relating to its preservation state and processing methods. For Kinglomo, prioritizing high freshness translates to more unique flavors and safer product quality. Kinglomo believes that efficiency drives freshness. This requires optimizing product selection, distribution, and pricing mechanisms, while also pushing upstream manufacturers to improve their supply chains. Ultimately, Kinglomo aims to anchor its brand in fresh snacks, offering consumer-centric value and service, which defines its product and brand strength in the snack market.

A new blood donation room that can boast having the most blood donors in Kanagawa Prefecture. The concept is "Airport Lounge." Donating blood is a volunteer activity that saves lives. Because there is a chronic shortage of blood donations, the goal is to create a "blood donation room" that does not look like a medical facility and to provide a comfortable experience to as many people as possible to donate blood.

It is an agricultural learning facility at Hokkaido Ballpark F Village, where you can learn about the charm and possibilities of food and agriculture in a fun and delicious way. We aim to be a place where everyone can face "food and agriculture" and learn and think together about what we can do for the future, conveying the wonder and importance as well as the challenges we are currently facing.

Freedom, individuality, and defying definition are the core DNA of JIANMO & WUSHE, who offers a flexible platform for original home design, while also serving as a center for commercial and collectible art. It is a place where diverse artworks, design concepts, and ideas ignite unique sparks of creativity. The JIANMO & WUSHE Art Home Showroom is not just a display area but a refined and distinctive space that transcends traditional boundaries. As you step into this space, we aim for you to feel a deep connection with the intense artistic atmosphere, evoking resonance, inspiration, and contemplation.

This project is the design for the VIP area of a professional basketball club team arena in Chiba. The most important thing for us in building this arena was to make it something that would be loved for a long time by the team, the fans and the local community. With a vision of "making Chiba a basketball kingdom," the team has declared that they want to create a club that will last for 100 years. We felt that what was appropriate for them was a place that would be loved by many users for a long time, that would create connections with different people and generations, and that it was not just a place to "WATCH," but also a place to "SPEND TIME" as well. To achieve this, we designed it with three solutions in mind.

This project is a renovation of a dental clinic attached to a dental medical school. The client wanted a design that would have a positive impact on the school as well as the clinic. We conceived the idea of using the existing glass curtain wall building, previously used as a storefront, to actively showcase the interior of the clinic. The plan was to spotlight people working in the field of dentistry, and the clinic was designed to nurture the dreams of students who aspire to become dental technicians and dental hygienists.

Completed in the summer of 2024 in Ginza, Tokyo, The Niigata redefines regional identity in an urban context. Commissioned by Niigata Prefecture and the Niigata Industrial Creation Organization, this innovative facility blends tradition with modernity, creating a multi-functional space that introduces Niigata’s culture, cuisine, and craftsmanship to one of Japan’s most prestigious districts. As a retail space, cultural hub, and event venue, it enhances Niigata’s presence in domestic and international markets, fostering tourism and economic growth.

The establishment of a new kids' room within The Park Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo in Roppongi, designed for children aged 18 months to 18 years. This space seamlessly blends play and learning to create a dynamic and engaging environment for children of all ages. The design concept, EVOKE INFINITY, offers a versatile space where children can play, learn, and connect, inspiring endless creativity and potential. Subtle partitions provide flexibility to accommodate both individual and group activities.

DAISHINKU CORP. is a leading Japanese company engaged in the manufacturing and sales of quartz devices, including quartz oscillators. This project aims to create a smart factory that integrates headquarters and plant functions on a site adjacent to the existing Central Laboratory. The exterior design is inspired the exterior design by stacked crystal chips. Five layered rectangular volumes of different sizesrepresent DAISHINKU's history of technological innovation and its future growth.

In terms of the project, it is located in a multifunctional art space that starts with a wedding dress display in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. With owner’s intention, the project is originally set as the space to trigger a deep dialogue with women and a reflection on marriage choices. The lighting is intelligently controlled with a variety of color temperature and color changes, thus shaping the spirit of the space and attempting to resonate with women in current era.  The top of the space adopts a large area of light film, built-in full-spectrum 2700k-6500k LED lens strip, moreover, the symmetrical strip light distribution will uniformly polish the soft film ceiling. When the brightness is as low as 1 ~ 2cd /㎡, there is no sense of grains in shooting, which ensures the daily lighting, customer shooting and space scene changes in a variety of needs.

Emperor Cinemas: Redefining Temporal Architecture in the Film Experience Era. Breaking free from the conventional "pre-screening waiting – viewing – post-screening exit" time fragmentation, Emperor Cinemas pioneers a 360° Cinematic Life Cycle that amplifies temporal value density by 300%. This paradigm shift dissolves the physical boundaries of traditional cinema through spatial storytelling, transforming passive spectatorship into an orchestrated emotional odyssey.

Studio City Phase 2 in Macau offers more than just a cinematic experience; it introduces a new design language that combines technology, materials, and spatial storytelling. Designed by OFT Interiors under the creative direction of CM Jao and Ken Cheung, this ambitious project also includes contributions from Japanese lighting designer Koichi Tanaka and Lightlinks International. It masterfully merges form, function, and innovation. Each element of the space engages the senses, creating an environment that blurs the boundaries between architecture and performance.

The project serves as the exhibition center for the world’s largest and China’s highest ski resort, featuring a top-tier Four Seasons Ski Resort. It is a landmark architectural structure. Through the design language of "ice, snow, and light," the exhibition hall is crafted as a symbolic landmark that embodies the harmony between technology and culture. It seamlessly transitions from a sales center to commercial use, providing the project with long-lasting economic and operational value.  The inspiration for this project stems from the natural wonder of glaciers, as well as profound reflections on snow culture and climate protection. The design team aims to raise public awareness of the beauty of nature and sustainable environmental development through the surreal expression of the "Ice and Snow Mirage" in space, while providing an immersive and artistic experience.

“In Praise of Shadows,” a renowned essay by Junichirō Tanizaki, introduced the world to the Japanese aesthetic that celebrates the harmony of light and shadow. This aesthetic remains deeply ingrained in the lives of Japanese people today. This is a renovation project for a residence. The property is surrounded by greenery and has abundant natural light, a rarity for a location in the city center. The owner desired a space that not only functioned as a home but also accommodated a workspace and would additionally allow them to host guests and showcase their culinary skills.

Pragmatism and Decorative Aesthetics in Architectural Spaces
In the project, starting from initial 3D modeling stage to gradual completion of the entire space design, the designer kept contemplating repeatedly whether incorporating decorative aesthetics into architectural design contradicts pragmatic design principles. Are functionality and decoration inherently opposed? According to Vitruvius, the ancient Roman writer, artist, architect, and engineer, said in " De Architectura": "... All these must be built with due reference to durability, convenience, and beauty."

"AR-BSTRAC-T", the design concept of this residence is a fusion of the words Art and Abstract. We believe that art is the most expressive medium for reflecting a resident's personality, heart, and soul. When designing, from the layout to the materials, every detail is carefully crafted like an abstract painting, seamlessly blending the space with art. This residence comes to life when filled with carefully selected art pieces. There is a Japanese phrase ⼀期⼀会（Ichigo-Ichie）, meaning "a once-in-a-lifetime encounter". It represents the idea of cherishing unique moments that will never be repeated, just like an encounter with art.

This project involves a comprehensive renovation of a single condominium unit. The business model involves a developer acquiring an existing property, completely stripping the interior to a shell, and renovating the interior before reselling it. The target persona is an owner who desires an urban retreat. While the space must function as a residence, it should also offer a distinct atmosphere where one can relax and recenter away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

After undergoing the test of time, the exterior of the villa has gradually developed a patina of wear. The garden-style residence opens outward with a transparent layout, blending harmoniously with the local climate in Chengdu. The boundary between human-made and natural elements is blurred. This space not only serves as an extension of her personal life but also as a sanctuary for her soul, reflecting her pursuit of quality living and longing for inner balance. The design carefully creates a living environment that complements the lake and green spaces, using open spaces and pure materials to create a tranquil, relaxed living experience, allowing the residents to find a spiritual refuge amidst the hustle and bustle of the city.

Willows in spring, sycamores in summer, osmanthus in fall and white birches in winter, the whole family enjoys the flow of the seasons and listens to the rhythm of nature. The designers are keen to capture this point and introduce the concept of "tree of life" into the design of this case, skillfully deconstructing the "tree" into its constituent parts: roots, trunks, flowers, green leaves, and fruits, which correspond to the corresponding floor space design.

“Vivacious” is a luminous haven enlivened by contrasting tones: minimalist white versus bold red and orange. Right from the apartment’s entrance, one is soothed by the reflected glow from the silver wallpaper above. It then opens to the pristine living/dining area marked by artful curves on the ceiling: the apartment owners, a couple who have just welcomed the arrival of their baby, would like a living room with ample space for their child to roam freely; the designers hence employed simple lines and white tone for spaciousness, masterfully rearranged the rooms, using wardrobes to separate the master bedroom and nursery, as well as repositioning the kitchen to expand the living/dining area.

In a design culture that often celebrates form and finish, Between – Design Method and Explanations shifts the conversation to the fertile ground of process. This is not a work about arriving, but about traversing — about the tensions, dialogues, and subtle negotiations that take place between idea and realization, history and contemporaneity, East and West.

This project, a full renovation of an old Japanese house in Hakuba, was designed under the concept of THE OLD - NEW FUSION to create a high-quality fusion style that vividly expresses Japanese culture by crossing traditional architecture with a fresh interior design familiar to the target affluent Westerners.

The homeowner's vision for the new home is "easy to maintain, durable to live in", while also hoping that the design will focus on brightness and have sufficient storage space. Taking this as the starting point, the design reshapes the spatial spirit by organizing, releasing, and laying out the internal spatial structure. At the same time, minimalist design concepts are infused into the design techniques, empowering the entire house with an orderly layout, exquisite material selection, and intelligent living, creating a simple and healing living atmosphere in the bustling city.

At first encounter, The Pavilia Hill reads like a statement of contrasts — a residential development that both belongs to the city and stands apart from it. Conceived with a rare sensitivity to light, landscape, and material, the project transforms density into serenity, offering residents not just an address, but a way of life Here, architecture and interiors dissolve into one another. Floor-to-ceiling glazing draws the horizon indoors, while carefully orchestrated terraces frame views like living scrolls. Stone and timber touch the senses with quiet restraint, reminding us that luxury can be measured not in ornament but in atmosphere. Every corridor, every lobby, every private space has been composed with the rhythm of stillness in mind.

The exhibition “The Future of Artisanal Beauty” brought together the works of 10 artists who seamlessly integrate traditional craft techniques and materials with the expressive concepts of contemporary art. We designed the venue for its Kyoto edition held in November 2024 at the Oshoin hall of Kennin-ji, Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple, renowned for its 800-year history.

In the heart of Ginza, where glass towers reflect the city's glow, Shiseido chose to celebrate the holiday season not with a glittering spectacle, but with a meditation on craft. Beauty from Within transformed the Christmas tree and wreath into a poetic homage to the wagasa—the traditional Japanese umbrella, whose quiet presence is fading from daily life. Here, the unseen became the star. The bamboo frame, usually hidden within layers of paper, was laid bare, its supple precision forming arcs of light and tension. Golden threads shimmered against Ginza’s nightscape, their glow recalling illumination yet rooted in the tactile intimacy of handcraft. In exposing what lies beneath, the installation reminded passersby that true beauty is often structural, fundamental, and enduring.

In a field where technology often hides behind precision, Morita chose to do the opposite. At the World Dental Show 2023, the Japanese dental innovator unveiled a booth less about selling equipment, and more about revealing the unseen — the stories, processes, and dedication that shape each product.

The exhibition unfolded like a museum of the invisible. Transparent mechanisms and disassembled components laid bare the craft behind comfort and precision. An X-ray-like video illustrated seating technology from the inside out, while visitors experienced the effect of shadowless lighting firsthand. Even the booth’s walls carried meaning: sheets of scrap metal from the die-cut process framed the space, their apertures offering glimpses into the exhibition — a poetic nod to both industrial memory and sustainable reuse.

An exhibition was held to reaffirm the new values of Japan through the use oflocal traditional techniques and resource recycling. The venue itself was designed with the theme of waste roof tiles, which are disposed of in landfills as industrial waste, amounting to over 1 million tons per year. The exhibition space proposed using these waste tiles as a new finishing or connecting material. The design finds new meaning in discarded items and achieves both sustainability and beauty.

Since this event brings together developers, tenants, and design firms, we have strongly emphasized space configuration that highlights fundamental materials such as wood, cement, acrylic, copper, and steel. These materials have been extensively incorporated into our projects. They are not just structural components but also elements that influence aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. We remain committed to working with these materials as we move forward, ensuring their usage aligns with our sustainable and innovative design vision. The booth itself is constructed using 271 squared timber beams, using calculations that reflect the proportion of each material's embodied carbon emissions throughout the “building lifecycle.” This lifecycle encompasses all stages, from material procurement and transportation to construction, renovation, and eventual demolition.

The TOYOTA Stand–Find Your Future, showcased over eleven days at the Japan Mobility Show 2023, exemplified how design can transform vision into reality. By aligning with Toyota’s steady transformation in next-generation mobility, the exhibit captured the essence of electrification, intelligence, and diversification. Through innovative design and engaging programs, the stand delivered a compelling vision of a future where mobility connects people, communities, and possibilities. It embodied Toyota’s core belief: “The future is something we all create together.

Anime Village was a limited-time Japanese-themed park in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia’s second-largest city, developed under Vision 2030 to enrich cultural spaces. Designed to fascinate Saudi visitors with Japanese culture, it featured popular IPs like Attack on Titan and Naruto. Visitors enjoyed interactive experiences, from Japanese cuisine and kimono-wearing to tea ceremonies and a haunted house. Iconic installations, including the Kaminari-mon(gate) and Daruma dolls, created a surreal, unforgettable atmosphere, realized by a Japanese spatial designer skilled in IP content.

SIMPLICITEA is a brand owned by SHI FU TEA INTERNATIONAL TRADING CO., LTD. , SHI FU presents puerh tea in the form of a capsule with 40 years of tea making technology, this technology has also won the "Frontier Prize" in The World Green Tea Contest in 2021. SIMPLICITEA uses this technology to develop puerh tea Capsules with various flavors. The English brand name SIMPLICITEA is combine SIMPLICITY and TEA, which means using the simple way to drink a good cup of tea. The logo design uses woodblock prints to draw monkey pulling tea leaves, and the design concept is derived from the homonym of the Chinese brand name "Hou". The puerh tree grows in the depths of the forest, far away from human habitation. The general height is more than 5 meters and the height is nearly 20 meters. It is unique among many tea trees. The process of picking tea is like a monkey climbing in the forest.

KOBE STORKS is one of the clubs in the Japan Pro Basketball League and is known for winning the domestic title. They had lost the excitement and vision to unite players and supporters and bring back glory. Our designers were tasked with reimagining KOBE STORKS as a modern, world-class club. The result is a new brand that is visually striking and expresses bold confidence. We will go to play with KOBE people and fans. KOBE, even in Japan, has a history and an exotic atmosphere. We have recovered from the major earthquake disaster. We have created a new brand that is striking, bold and expresses confidence to move forward with KOBE.

At Kokuyo's headquarters, "THE CAMPUS," the employee attendance rate has recovered to pre-pandemic levels.However, we kept having online meetings in the office. As a result, Kokuyo's creative strength, driven by "Co⁻Creation with empathy," was not fully realized, leading to a decrease in employee engagement. To address this issue, two new areas were created: CREATION PLACE "BOXX" and HIVERARY. The goal is to create a cycle where employees come to the office, feel connected with their colleagues, and experience contributing to society, ultimately leading to increased engagement.

This is a relocation project for five companies of the SINANEN Holdings Group, a comprehensive energy services company. The new headquarters building is located inShinagawa, the site of the company's founding, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the company's founding and to make a new leap forward. The concept is "FUN BASE," an office where employees and guests want to go. As hybrid work has taken root after Corona, we aimed to create a place where employees and their guests can go to work in a positive way, interact positively in a realistic environment, realize new ways of working, and where both employees and guests become fans.

In order to revitalize the city of Tennoz, Tokyo, the client, who had a new vision for the city of “creating a start-up town,” created an incubation center to support start-ups on their own. Startups that pass the screening process and move in can use the incubation center free of charge for a period of two years. Cooperating companies from various genres are also participating, and a system has been established to support startups.

BLUE FUNS is the new office of Panasonic Sports Co., Ltd., and serves as a space for fostering better relationships with everyone involved in sports.

Panasonic Sports works on strengthening and supporting the sports teams operated by the Panasonic Group, as well as developing new services centred around sports. With a focus on team commercialization, the company is engaged in various initiatives, including sports-centred urban development, educational support, and collaboration with Panasonic’s technology, all aimed at creating a future where sports remain strong, independent, and able to shine brightly for years to come.

"SoloTime" is a satellite office that supports flexible work styles that are unrestricted by time and location to accommodate diversifying lifestyles such as child-rearing, community activities, and various family forms. Yokohama, where the new office will be located, is a famous tourist and business district and was the first port in Japan to be opened to foreign trade. The design is reminiscent of the cityscape, with its exotic atmosphere mixed with urban elements, while softly enveloping the workers in a SoloTime-like design.

CULTURE SNACK was a public event held by KOKUYO in the Shinagawa area of Tokyo's business district for four days from 11/27~11/30/2024. The concept was “Redesigning 100 hours in the business district". We opened the ground level of the office building to the city, invited a total of about 250 POPUP food stalls and marche, and converted a part of the office into a park-like place to stay while scattering public furniture. In Japan, the vitality of office districts is declining due to the decline in the working population and the spread of hybrid work styles. By redefining the business district as a place that nurtures the culture of the city, rather than just a place for commuting and work, we hope to transform it into a bright and energetic place where people can feel attached to. The name “CULTURE SNACK” reflects our hope that people will enjoy the city's culture as if it were a snack.

Daiichi Kogyo Seiyaku, whose head office was located in Katsura, Kyoto, decided to relocate its headquarters to a new building adjacent to Kyoto Station, aiming to improve transportation accessibility, strengthen ties with the outside world, and enhance communication among employees. Of the eight-story building, 4F-6F are employee offices, 1F-3F are common areas, 7F is the executive floor, and 8F is the reception floor. We designed 4F-7F.

Concept:"Irori" is a project that reinvigorates an unused lodging facility built 50 years ago on Awaji Island. This office is designed to provide employees with a relaxed working environment, away from the urban hustle.The main lounge showcases a traditional Japanese hearth, "Irori," creating a space for people to gather and generate new ideas.

FUJIFILM Creative Village, a center of creativity consisting of two buildings, “CLAY”, Fujifilm's design development base, and “Its”, its IT development base, has been established. The aim is to maximize the creativity and performance of designers and IT engineers, to promote innovation by deepening mutual collaboration, and to create innovative products and services to solve social issues.

Above the bustling central axis of Guangzhou, six century-old banyan trees stand with lush branches and leaves, creating a verdant canopy. This is the entrance to the Grand Mansion. Here, time seems to freeze, and the boundary between the mansion and the banyan trees dissolves. After passing through the solemn entrance hall that spans about a hundred meters, one arrives at the Lingnan landscape reception hall seamlessly integrated with nature.

This project reimagines the former site of Liu Yong University by preserving the historic wooden doors through acrylic panels, mixing traditional and modern materials, and adding technology elements like laser lights to celebrate the past while inspiring new vitality, all within a thoughtfully designed space using natural light and unified materials.

A global innovation center of a manufacturer that sells and develops metal processing technology and processing equipment. We will let you feel the passion for "building bonds with customers and manufacturing that contributes to society" that has been passed down from generation to generation since the founding of the company and imagine the possibilities of the future.

Light, not only delineates the clear contours of objects, but also harbors boundless energy. The walls on either sides of the entrance slope and converge from bottom to top, crafting a serene and profound canyon imagery，capitalizing on the spatial height. The summit mimics “a strip of skylight” creating a gentle facade texture. Transitioning from the outdoor public area to indoors, the ambiance gradually evolves into a soothing and tranquil state.

The B2B showroom of Taikisha Ltd., an environmental engineering company involved in air conditioning, water, and energy-related businesses. The design theme revolves around the Air Duct, equipment central to the air conditioning industry. By continuously connecting joints in a wireframe-like manner, we created a solid three-dimensional space with curved edge fillets to form a tube-like interior to embody the essence of Taikisha Ltd.

This office space design is located adjacent to the Shougang Park area in Beijing, drawing on the park's unique culture and industrial spirit as a symbolic site of China's industrial history. Shougang Park, established in 1919, not only possesses a rich industrial heritage but also symbolizes the capital's renaissance in arts and literature.

This is a renovation project of the lower floor commercial area of the 33-year-old Matsushita IMP Building, an office building. The building was planned during Japan's booming economy that began in the late 1980s, so was characterized by expensive materials and glittering interiors. However, it was sparsely populated, and the luxurious space felt out of place, as if it were an isolated island left behind.

To foster innovation, we have incorporated cutting-edge technology and modern design elements throughout the space. Smart technology systems, such as advanced audio visual equipment and integrated digital solutions, enhance productivity and facilitate seamless collaboration among coworkers.

An “unfinished” dwelling is not simply a one-time completed space. It may start as a simple blank space, but over time, this space evolves - flexible partitions come in, new furniture finds its place, and traces of tearing, use or demolition are left on the walls. Each subtle transformation signifies its continuous growth.

Design project for the about 195㎡ Ginza shop of leather goods brand BONAVENTURA. Based on the design concept of 'Sculptural Museum', the space is designed with a simple base, but with a contemporary interpretation of 'Italian modernity' and 'soft light', aiming for a high-quality, new BONAVENTURA worldview.

SHANG XIA consistently uses contemporary and innovative design to create a unique and culturally rich lifestyle. SAY conceptualized the two-level SHANG XIA store as a "symmetrical" space that is both hidden and open, expansive and compact, restrained and expressive.

With a rich history spanning over 300 years, Liangcai Wu Eyeglasses stands proudly as one of China's most influential time-honored brands. As the influence of Generation Z gracefully permeates the consumer market, there's a growing trend among consumers to focus on offline shopping experiences and a sense of identity in consumption.

Nice Rice Shanghai conveys the essence of "harmony in diversity" through minimalist, versatile clothing, embodying the harmonious and coexistent spirit of Eastern culture. SAY believes in cultural sustainability alongside the sustainable use of materials, creating a "Rice Barn Shelter" concept for Nice Rice Shanghai.

Experience the grand unveiling of the world's first De Bethune Lounge and the prestigious 1916 Company Watch Collectors Salon at the heart of Central, Hong Kong. This extraordinary establishment welcomed its esteemed guests in December, just in time for the New Year.

ADS ingeniously deconstructs and abstracts the traditional spatial configurations and color palettes inherent in Suzhou-style architecture. By simplifying intricate details, ADS merges contemporary minimalism with Eastern aesthetics, evoking a sense of longing and connection among viewers for the lifestyle characterized by quality and fashion.

Japan’s aesthetic sensibility, deeply rooted in its own traditions and culture, has gracefully embraced and woven other cultural influences into its fabric, creating a unique interpretation of beauty. The Centara Grand Hotel Osaka embodies this fusion, aiming to provide guests with a fascinating and unique stay experience.

This is an interior design lighting hotel project. "Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a collection of secluded hotels and resorts created by The Ritz-Carlton, and is the Ritz-Carlton Group's "high-fashion" brand, positioned as "a place where you can relieve the stresses of life and experience different cultures and adventures at the same time. The Ritz-Carlton Hidden World Resort is positioned as a "high fashion" brand that "relieves the stresses of life and allows you to experience different cultures and adventures while being hidden away.

The ``Wellness Room'' is a guest room that pursues wellness. The concept that expresses the value of extraordinary experiences is "fulfilled"

An experiential guest room that incorporates coexistence with nature, water, light, fire, sound, incense, and images into the space.

In the land blessed with the rich nature of Beppu's seas and mountains, plans are underway for the flagship "Sorakan" of the new "Suginoi Hotel" to emerge. Embracing the 'Fugetsu' concept, symbolizing the abundance of Beppu's natural wonders, the facade is dynamically adorned with louvers, translating the gentle breeze into a visual delight. Crafted by artisan Naoki Kusumi, magnificent plaster art depicting billowing winds welcomes guests from the entrance to the lobby, guiding them with artistic allure. Harnessing the richness of the land, Beppu stone, a representation of the region, takes a prominent place both indoors and outdoors. Local artistry, including bamboo crafts, Onta-yaki pottery, and Beppu shibori, accentuates the interior.

HOTEL METROPOLITAN TOKYO HANEDA, strategically located on the former runway site of Tokyo International Airport (Haneda Airport), offers a unique vantage point as the world-renowned gateway to Japan. This unparalleled location allows guests to immerse themselves in the vibrant activity of the airport, transforming the hotel from a simple transit point to a destination in its own right. Our aim was to enhance this experience by creating an interior that adds value, inviting guests to view the hotel as more than just a place to stay before or after a flight.

The hotel located in Niseko, Hokkaido, one of the world’s leading ski resorts. Japan has four seasons. Therefore, the hotel offers not only winter snow, but also various seasonal delights. The concept is "snow, moon and flowers".

A brand experiential facility that blends into the forest and allows visitors to immerse themselves in the "Journey of Water." We designed the facility provides an enjoyable learning experience on sustainable water production with zero CO2 emissions, in the factory that produces mineral water, polished by abundant mountains, the Northern Alps.

This project is the exhibition hall design for BORCCI Kitchen Cabinets at the China International Building Decoration Fair (Shanghai) 2022. The design incorporates the feeling of "visiting a garden" throughout the entire space, breaking through site limitations to create a "changing scenery with every step" experience.

Hidden within the vibrant Cosmo Mall of Chengdu, lies a treasure beyond compare – Cosmo Chengdu, a cinematic masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of imagination. This is no ordinary theater; it is a captivating fusion of design and storytelling, a portal that transports visitors to a realm where dreams take flight.

Different from the general situation of living in the city and vacationing in the suburbs, our client hopes to have a vacation apartment in the city center, where they can enjoy the convenience of the downtown area while also relaxing.

he Interplay of Light and Shadow, Function as a Nexus, Connecting the Interior and Exterior Inspired by the captivating concept of "shadow windows," this design gracefully incorporates windows to infuse the interior space with natural light and captivating outdoor vistas, serving both practical and aesthetic purposes.

The mansion is located on the shore of Taihu Lake, and as the gentle and long topography of the hills of Jiangnan changes, so does the view of observation, presenting different natural flavors of lakes, mountains, and fields.

This project draws inspiration from the functional mechanism of biomembrane system, using the concepts of "functioning" and "transmission" in the design as a metaphor for the relationship between humans and food.

Located in the Taito ward of Tokyo, Asakusa is a bustling area popular among domestic and international tourists. It is about a 10-minute walk north from Asakusa Temple, which is a prominent tourist attraction representing Asakusa.

This project aims to inject design-oriented academic discussions into the space, exploring how to transform the space into a soothing art installation. It delves into the relationship between consciousness, personal emotions and space, aiming to create an emotional environment.

In the center of Fukuoka, there are three major districts including "Tenjin District," "Hakata District," and the "Nakasu District," which is the largest entertainment district in Western Japan. Adjacent to each of these three central areas is a unique neighborhood called "Haruyoshi," serving as a bedroom community for young professionals working in the city center.

Nowadays young people much prefer hustle and bustle as their social and lifestyle choice. Touch Tea is developed in the setting of modernism, as opposed to the heavy and archaic ornamentation of traditional teahouses and the threshold of Tea ritual enjoyment. Thankfully, the purpose, space, and aesthetics of architecture are organically integrated.

The DAS Lab's reinterpretation of THE SKY SPACE creates a new scene without limitations, emphasizing commercial logic and providing aesthetic value while ensuring operational efficiency.

We've envisioned designs from various angles to express Seoul. Our aim was to create a space that is vibrant yet sophisticated, traditional yet stylish, encapsulating the beauty of Seoul.

The expansion and relocation would create many new jobs, and the local community had high expectations for the opening of the new office. Therefore, it was necessary to express in the office space that although the company is based in Tokyo, it should blend in and be accepted in Niigata.

This is an exhibition booth design project for ORGATEC TOKYO 2022, a leading international trade fair for office and property equipment and furnishing in Japan and Asia. Considering that the exhibition only lasts three days and the size of the designated exhibition booth was only 6 × 8 m, which is approximately the same size as a car park for three passenger vehicles and limits the number of items to be displayed.

hokkaido ballpark f village is a creative community entertainment area containing a baseball stadium and other commercial facilities with the aim of revitalizing the local community. f village is home to es con field hokkaido, japan’s first natural turf ballpark with a retractable roof. we collaborated with dentsu in the design of the v.i. (visual identity), including the logo, brand colors, and brand type face, as well as the signage design for the ballpark and inside the stadium.

Nanshan Fangniu Village is located in the northern part of Nanshan Scenic Area in Chongqing, with a good natural ecological environment and rich historical and cultural resources. The main industries of Fangniu Village are flowers, seedlings, and rural tourism, with multiple leisure agricultural parks and homestay clusters.

"Di+Re products" are furniture products crafted in Shizuoka Prefecture, a place known for traditional wooden items like pepper mills and tableware, by young craftsmen and interior designers who collaborate to challenge themselves in creating new, modern, and avant-garde works on the foundation of tradition.

The challenge the design seeks to address is the limited usability of traditional disaster preparedness products. While Japan experiences frequent natural disasters, most existing emergency supplies are designed solely for emergency use and are often stored away and forgotten during everyday life.