This building offers "many different places to stay," scattered throughout the space like a city. Each place has a different atmosphere, offering visitors many places so that they can find their own favorite spot.
This unique architecture combines our special attention to the height and the distinctive exterior appearance.
Our design features four volumes extending up to the second floor with an atrium, creating a sense of openness and depth in the space. Each volume is placed with the appropriate distance between them, creating "alley-like" spaces that serve as functional areas, such as a changing area. This also ensures clear lateral visibility. Openings, intermediate spaces, and plants are placed beyond the "alley-like" spaces, creating a pleasant sense of spaciousness that connects to the outside.
To maximize the building's height, we carefully determined the sky factor to qualify for the exemption from the road setback regulation, aiming for a design that would contribute to the city's skyline. Furthermore, finishing the second-floor volume with the same material as the walls, from the eaves to the first floor ceiling, gives it a light, airy impression as if floating in midair, creating an intriguing appearance that catches the viewer's attention.
2023
2024
Katsuya Taira
