Douraku-ann Madaladalang Kwarto sa Tsaa ni Tsukasa Kawahara and Tadayuki Yabuta

Ang disenyo nga Douraku-ann Madaladalang Kwarto sa Tsaa ni Tsukasa Kawahara and Tadayuki Yabuta usa ka labihan ka tinahod nga mananaog sa prestihiyosong 2026 A' Design Award nga Puthaw sa Kategoriya sa Kompetisyon sa Disenyo sa Espasyong Interyor ug Eksibisyon.

PuthawInteryor· 2026

Douraku-ann Madaladalang Kwarto sa Tsaa

ni Tsukasa Kawahara and Tadayuki Yabuta

Kliyente: Portable Tea Room Douraku-ann

Mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Puthaw sa Kategoriya sa Interyor

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Ang Disenyo

Bahin sa Douraku-ann Madaladalang Kwarto sa Tsaa

Ang Douraku-ann usa ka madaladalang kwarto sa tsaa nga gidesinyo alang sa temporaryo nga paggamit sa nagkalain-laing palibot. Ang plano nga duha-ka-tatami nagsunod sa tradisyonal nga Hapones nga mga prinsipyo sa espasyo sulod sa gamay nga sukod. Ang bayanan hinimo gikan sa lokal nga cedar ug cedar plywood, nga gisumpay gamit ang mga metal connector unit alang sa kalig-on ug gaan nga gibug-aton. Ang mga panel sa bungbong hinimo gikan sa mga sobra nga putol sa rush grass, ang materyal nga gigamit alang sa salog nga tatami. Ang batakang modyul adunay sukod nga 2000 mm sa gilapdon, giladmon ug gitas-on, ug mahimong padak-on pinaagi sa dugang nga mga yunit. Ang mga bahin nga mapilo nagtugot sa pag-asembol nga walay gamit nga mga himan, sayon nga pagdala ug balik-balik nga paggamit.

Ang Pag-ila

Bahin sa A' Design Award nga Puthaw

Douraku-ann Madaladalang Kwarto sa Tsaa usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Puthaw, usa ka dungganon nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa maayong mga disenyo nga nakatagbo sa propesyonal ug industriyal nga mga gikinahanglan nga gipaabot gikan sa maayo ang pagkadisenyo nga mga paglalang. Ang mga mananaog sa Puthaw nagpakita og dakong kahanas, taas nga espesyalisasyon, eksperto nga pagsabot, ug mamugnaon nga abilidad sa ilang mga tiglalang. Gilauman nga ang Douraku-ann Madaladalang Kwarto sa Tsaa mahimong gipabilhan, gihangaan, ug gihigugma nga paglalang nga praktikal ug bag-o. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Puthaw naghiusa sa labing maayong mga praktis sa industriya ug adunay hanas nga teknikal nga mga kinaiya nga nalambigit sa kahibalo ug talento. Douraku-ann Madaladalang Kwarto sa Tsaa gitahod tungod sa pagkamaabtik niini ug gidisenyo aron maghatag og mga pagpaayo sa kalidad sa kinabuhi nga makatabang sa paghimo sa kalibutan nga mas maayong dapit.

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Press Kit

Mga kredito, mga miyembro sa team ug teknikal nga mga detalye nga gihatag sa tigdisenyo.

Talagsaong mga Kinaiya: This project originated from the intention to reinterpret Japan’s environmentally mindful culture and the philosophy of mottainai in a socially meaningful way. By transforming leftover materials from furniture production into architectural components, the design preserves the aesthetics of traditional Japanese spaces while reducing waste and promoting sustainable practices. The two‑tatami tea room, known for its ability to create intimacy and cultural depth within a small footprint, serves as the conceptual foundation for this portable community space.
Douraku-ann demonstrates that meaningful social interaction does not require large or permanent architecture.
Its modular frame, foldable panels, and simple assembly with basic tools enable the structure to be transported,
reused, and installed repeatedly with minimal environmental burden. This mobility democratizes access to
Japanese spatial culture and encourages spontaneous gatherings in diverse environments.
By merging reclaimed materials with contemporary construction methods, the project proposes a sustainable model for community‑oriented architecture. It is both a continuation of cultural heritage and a forward‑looking vision for environmentally responsible spatial design—an intimate space that fosters human connection while minimizing ecological impact.
Gidak-on ug Pakete: Douraku-ann's structure is composed of pillars and beams crafted from domestic cedar and cedar plywood. The frame is assembled using REV metal joint units, ensuring high structural stability while maintaining a lightweight and highly portable form. Its basic module measures W2000mm x D2000mm x H2000mm + H300mm and can be expanded by adding additional units. The foldable, modular system allows for efficient packing, easy transportation, and flexible installation across diverse environments.

The wall panels are sustainable components made from off‑cuts of rush grass, the raw material used in traditional tatami flooring, further reinforcing the project's ecological ethos. Each element incorporates a contemporary aesthetic while utilizing environmentally responsible Japanese materials, resulting in a structure that harmonizes technical precision with cultural authenticity.
Mga Tag: Portable Tea Room, Dourakuann, Japanese Spatial Culture, Modular Architecture, Joint System, Sustainable Design, Reclaimed Wood, Community Formation, Small Public Space, Wabi Sabi, Hospitality Space, Mobile Architecture, Foldable Structure, Cultural Reinterpretation, Design Research, Spatial Intimacy, Pop up Space, Traditional and Contemporary, Human Interaction Design
Teknolohiya sa Produksyon: Douraku-ann is a portable Japanese style spatial unit constructed from recycled timber and an engineered assembly frame. The joint system was optimized to achieve strength and stability with minimal components allowing quick assembly.

Foldable elements combine portability with durability, enabling flexible modular configurations. Recycled timber from furniture production is refined through careful finishing enhancing sustainability. The project reinterprets the traditional two-tatami tea room in a contemporary form creating a culturally rich and environmentally conscious space.
Hagit sa Disenyo: The main challenge was achieving portability ease of assembly and structural durability while preserving the essence of the traditional tea room. Adapting a fixed delicate architectural form into a mobile structure required reinterpretation of its cultural values.

Constraints included safety regulations material selection and production feasibility. These were addressed through a modular joint system foldable components and repeated testing. The project demonstrates that traditional aesthetics and modern mobility can coexist and create new forms of social interaction.
Panukiduki: This practice-based design research explores adapting the traditional Japanese tea room to contemporary lifestyles through the portable tea room Douraku-ann. The study investigates how compact spatial units influence community formation and interpersonal dialogue.

From 2012 to 2025 installations were conducted in diverse environments to collect qualitative data through observation interviews and analysis. Experiments with alternative materials examined adaptability.

Results show that even a minimal space can generate comfort and intimacy encouraging meaningful conversations among strangers. The study highlights how portability and traditional spatial principles can create new small public spaces and reshape social relationships.
Inspirasyon: Douraku-ann is a mobile collapsible tea room that can be deployed in virtually any environment, creating a refined traditional Japanese spatial experience. This compact structure embodies the aesthetics of Japanese beauty and the spirit of hospitality, offering an intimate setting with cultural depth. Crafted using reclaimed timber and off‑cuts from traditional materials, it also reflects an eco‑conscious approach rooted in the Japanese philosophy of valuing resources. Its mobility enables it to introduce an authentic Japanese atmosphere with elegance and precision. As a contemporary reinterpretation of historical communal spaces, it carries forward cultural lineage while evoking tranquility and the contemplative qualities of wabi‑sabi.
Gidugayon sa Proyekto: Douraku-ann was conceived by Tsukasa Kawahara and installed for a one-day event in Kyoto, Japan on March 12, 2023. The project demonstrated the qualities of modern Japanese architecture while emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation. It also included field studies to deepen its cultural and architectural relevance.
Daloy sa Operasyon: Douraku-ann creates an immediate Japanese atmosphere in any setting and adapts to various uses. It can function as a Japanese style room community hub conversation space tea ceremony area relaxation space or retreat depending on user needs.
The modular frame assembles without tools, and panels unfold to form a complete environment within minutes. Once installed, it naturally encourages calmness, dialogue and shared experiences. Its versatility allows users to shape the space freely, making it a platform for interaction and community building.
Mga Miyembro sa Team: Tsukasa Kawahara Chief Designer
Tadayuki Yabuta Designer
Kana Hashizume Designer
Koji Sakai Director
Ayumi Shima Collaborative Designer
Tomoyuki Kitatani Designer
Dourakuann Team
Mga Credit sa Imahen: Photo Basic Style Douraku-ann Seishi Maeda
Event Documentation Tadayuki Yabuta
Arrangement Style Yoshiaki Kita