Design Approach
Flagship hotel project — a 10-story, 1,130 sqm new-build hotel in Naniwa-ku, Shiokusa. Common areas in natural stone tile, a backlit washi panel at the entrance, and wa-modern guest rooms come together as one package of 'authentic Japanese quality' for international guests. The site is 5 minutes' walk from the subway and within instant reach of Namba, Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori.
Challenge & approach
Challenge
As the flagship, common areas, rooms and signage all had to carry an authentic Japanese quality — end to end.
Approach
Design-build and furnishing unified in one line: natural-stone common areas, a backlit-washi entrance, Japanese-modern rooms — anchored by a five-minute walk to the subway and instant Namba/Shinsaibashi access.
Outcome
In the owner's words, "completing it all with one company was the greatest value." Overseas guests rate it highly.
Client's Voice
As a 10-story flagship, we wanted authentic Japanese quality to run consistently through common areas, guest rooms and signage. Natural stone in the common spaces, a backlit washi panel at the entrance, wa-modern guest rooms — having architecture, interior and soft furnishings delivered by one team was the single biggest value. Overseas guests have been consistently positive.