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HAMACHO FUTURE LAB, completed in 2023
Office space retaining the original old materials
HAMACHO FUTURE LAB is an "Urban Design Center" that serves as a hub for solving regional issues and promoting future-oriented urban development.
Our company, which specializes in interior architecture, has relocated its headquarters to this facility. We aim to contribute to the community through planning, design, and construction in collaboration with landowners, developers, and the local community in Nihonbashi Hamacho.
Entrance of the "Totonoi Research Institute
Additionally, within the facility, "Totonoi Research Institute (commonly known as Totoken)," operated by Rhino Co., Ltd., runs a running station and sauna, significantly contributing to the health promotion of local residents and office workers. Totoken is also active as a member of the "Nihonbashi Hamacho Area Management," an initiative for regional revitalization in Nihonbashi Hamacho. As part of these activities, they have established the "Hamacho Running Club" and are promoting the "Shitamachi Run," which uses the Sumida River as a running course.
HAMACHO FUTURE LAB Concept
Sauna space within the facility
HAMACHO FUTURE LAB was born from the idea of "creating a well-being community," a key policy of the Ministry of the Environment's 6th Basic Environmental Plan. It is a plan that proposes advanced design development for sustainable forests, rivers, and oceans, and advocates traditional health-oriented urban development symbolized by saunas, providing comfortable living and staying experiences, and promoting diverse and rich well-being.
Meeting space utilizing old materials and vintage furniture and furnishings
HAMACHO FUTURE LAB was established by introducing the concept of "Future Centers" from Europe to Japan. European Future Centers are equipped with offices, conference rooms, studios, antenna cafes to promote interaction with the community, and refreshment facilities such as saunas.
Full view of the building nestled in the urban area surrounded by high-rise buildings
HAMACHO FUTURE LAB aims to incorporate such multifunctional spaces to promote interaction with the community and health.Therefore, from the planning stage, we hope that connections beyond the site boundaries will continue to contribute to the development of Hamacho.Instead of demolishing existing buildings that are difficult to handle individually, we aim to enhance their value by regenerating them as multiple buildings.
Architectural & Design Perspectives of HAMACHO FUTURE LAB and WACT
HAMACHO FUTURE LAB renovated two buildings simultaneously: the 59-year-old wooden building "Wooden Building" and the 44-year-old RC structure "RC Building" in Nihonbashi Hamacho. By constructing a new steel structure 'S Building' in the center while preserving the respective structures, the three buildings were functionally integrated into a complex facility that complies with laws and safety standards.We have worked to create a new model of value creation for the entire area, not only by transforming the buildings but also by enhancing the connections and landscape of the community.
A structure that solved issues by functionally integrating three buildings through a regeneration method that spans two sites
Good Design Award 2024
Wood Design Award 2024
We received the Good Design Award 2024 from the Japan Institute of Design Promotion. Additionally, we won awards in two categories at the Wood Design Award, including the Encouragement Award (Chairman's Award) in the "Communication Field".
