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 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.

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.