ichi-clip is a next-generation paper clip that redefines simplicity and efficiency through minimalist design. Crafted using only half the material of a conventional clip, it allows for smooth, damage-free clipping. Based on the golden
Given the site’s connection between two roads, the design features two separate access points - one serving as the entrance to the house, the other to the gallery. The first floor incorporates a gallery,
LAVA’s design for the Kuwait Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 is a tactile embodiment of Kuwait’s ‘Vision 2035’ - a future grounded in collaboration, warmth, and openness. The pavilion’s form reflects Kuwait’s coastal desert
LAVA’s German Pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka pioneers regenerative architecture through cutting-edge design, material innovation, and circularity. Built as a closed-loop system, it showcases modular adaptability and material intelligence, combining cylindrical glulam structures with
This is a renovated mansion perched on a hill overlooking the sea. The rich nature of Yakushima is ever-changing, each moment revealing delicate beauty. Light reflects as if bleeding through the glossy ribbed panels
Passing through a wooded area, a plateau surrounded by the lush greenery of the valley emerges. Encircling the perimeter of the plateau is architecture without a traditional facade, its bamboo-covered roof being the only
This five-story, nine-unit studio apartment complex is located in the heart of Tokyo. The site is compact, measuring just 6,5 meters in width and 11,5 meters in depth. To ensure that all units could
This project is a single-family house set within an orange orchard, offering panoramic views of the Ariake Sea and Mount Unzen. Surrounded by nature and an exceptionally beautiful landscape, the site is expected to
This project involves the relocation and reconstruction of an existing store in Kirishima City, Kagoshima Prefecture. It began with the vision of creating a space that is open to the local community - a
This certified preschool, with a capacity of 216 children, is planned for Naka River City in Fukuoka Prefecture. A lunchroom was strategically placed between the classrooms for 3- to 5-year-olds, connected through a stairwell
This project entailed a bold expansion and renovation of an active medical clinic - carried out while treatment continued uninterrupted. The sequence of construction steps - site preparation → traffic rerouting → demolition →
This is a complete renovation of a detached house located in Kyoto City. Situated at the focal point of a narrow alley’s axis, the façade is designed to convey a sense of frontality. While
The House of Quartz is a crystallized manifestation of living energy in architectural form. It absorbs, reflects, and amplifies the phenomena of life at any given moment, channeling the enhancement of their vivid frequencies.
This villa is located at the far end of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan. The design and volume of the villa were carefully determined to preserve the scenic views of the traditional
The design plan encompasses the office lobby, conference room, and president's office, each thoughtfully curated to balance aesthetics and functionality. Upon entering the lobby, guests are greeted by a striking Arabescato marble centerpiece, cut
The tea room is located within a condominium in Tokyo, situated at a busy intersection with a large opening facing the crossroads. While the glass walls are advantageous for commercial use, they pose challenges
Grand Tsuru in Niseko, Japan, seamlessly blends Japanese culture with nature. Located just minutes from the ski slopes, the three properties, inspired by cranes, feature harmonious designs with extended eaves and wooden louvers. Each 250
TR-1620/Trono — Throne for two; square and circular forms unite in this design, offering two distinct bathing experiences and modes of comfort. Enjoy full back support in the sloped square portion, or stretch out freely
Yakushima Island is a natural paradise in southern Japan. This innovative housing project applies "regenerative architecture" to reconceptualize the relationship between human habitation and nature. The name Sumu means both "to live" and "to become
Living between the concrete as furniture. We designed a house where the concrete foundation can divide the space by standing up on the site as furniture to trigger a place to stay. The layout
This project involves designing a residence on a mountainside with breathtaking ocean views, including a vista of Mt. Fuji. Given the site context, achieving a view of the sea from the 1st floor level is
Nestled in Tokyo’s serene “Shitamachi” neighborhood, Futabasou offers a unique “Life and Work” living experience. This six-unit complex caters to diverse residents, providing flexible spaces that seamlessly blend work and life. Inspired by the soft
A building that floats a few centimeters above our daily lives. They designed a house and studio with a warped seismic wooden facade for an up-and-coming manga artist in Tokyo, Japan. The project is
