Nagomi Instalación de bienestar social by Ko Uehara, Yuji Iida and Ikuhiro Ayatsuka

Nagomi Instalación de bienestar social by Ko Uehara, Yuji Iida and Ikuhiro Ayatsuka is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2022 A' Design Award de Plata in Diseño de Arquitectura, Edificación y Estructuras Competition Category.

PlataArquitectura· 2022

Nagomi Instalación de bienestar social

by Ko Uehara, Yuji Iida and Ikuhiro Ayatsuka

Client: Primearth EV Energy Co., Ltd

A' Design Award de Plata Winner in Arquitectura Category

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The Design

About Nagomi Instalación de bienestar social

Nagomi es una instalación de bienestar diseñada para los empleados de una fábrica situada en las afueras de la prefectura de Miyagi, Japón. El nombre Nagomi significa "sosegar la mente" en japonés. El edificio de dos plantas ocupa 1691 metros cuadrados y alberga una cafetería, un centro de fitness, una galería, zonas de relajación y espacios para eventos interiores y exteriores. Una forma curva y una cubierta inclinada protegen el acceso del viento y la nieve invernales. Las alas con estructura de celosía dotan a la cafetería de un amplio espacio diáfano, donde las líneas del techo de madera se disponen en un patrón aleatorio para crear un interior luminoso y cálido.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award de Plata

Nagomi Instalación de bienestar social ha ganado el A' Design Award de Plata, un reconocimiento extraordinariamente prestigioso concedido a diseños de gama alta, magníficos e impresionantes. Los ganadores de Plata son obras tremendamente brillantes y sumamente creativas que ilustran la destacada experiencia, el talento y la agudeza de sus diseñadores. Se espera que Nagomi Instalación de bienestar social sea una obra maravillosa y emblemática, notablemente profesional y profundamente innovadora. Este diseño ganador del A' Design Award de Plata es una invención muy notable y admirada que beneficia y hace avanzar las fronteras del arte, la ciencia, el diseño y la tecnología. Nagomi Instalación de bienestar social es una creación enormemente envidiada que evoca deseos, aporta sentimientos positivos y despierta asombro y admiración.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The new welfare facilities was designed to meet the needs of a growing workforce. The new welfare facilities was designed to provide a more relaxed atmosphere.
The design of the new building is based on the concept of a curved building with a sloping roof.
We proposed a large space with a characteristic sloping roof and curved building.
Dimensions & Packaging: Floor 2
Area 1691square meters
Tags: Nagomi, Welfare Facilities, Miyagi prefecture
Production Technology: The design of the building is based on the concept of a circular building with an eaves along the approach from the surrounding factory buildings. The trussed structure of both wings makes the cafeteria a large space. The ceiling of the cafeteria was designed to contrast with the planar design of the factory building, and the lines of the wood material were set in a random pattern to create a light and warm space enveloped by the wood material.
Design Challenge: In order to realize diverse functions and long flow lines economically, we came up with the idea of a series of simple single-span sections. The roof shape is designed to prevent seasonal winds and snow from the northwest side in winter, the structural plan is designed to realize an open space, and the air conditioning plan provides a comfortable environment even in a large space.
Research: In order to determine the shape of the building, we analyzed the seasonal wind direction, snow accumulation, sunshine, etc., and compared several patterns of building orientation, green areas, and pathways to determine the most reasonable layout and shape.
Inspiration: The word Nagomi means to ease the mind in Japanese.The shape of the building was boldly modified to accommodate a variety of functions, including a cafeteria, interior and exterior event spaces, a gallery, and relaxation areas that are easily accessible even in winter.The design of this building is based on the concept of the factory's rechargeable battery cells, and is in harmony with the surrounding landscape and nature.
Project Duration: The project started in 2019 and finished in 2021 on the suburbs of Miyagi prefecture,JAPAN
Operation Flow: The goal was to create a facility that is easy to use and useful for everyone, with a traffic line that is easily accessible even in rough weather, a cafeteria that provides a place for employees to relax and interact, a fitness center to improve health, and a plaza that can accommodate various events.
Patents: Obayashi Co., Ltd.
Team Members: Architect Ko Uehara, Yuji Iida,Yusuke Hayashi,Ikuhiro Ayatsuka
Image Credits: Shota Hiyoshi/ Ltd. Kawasumi & Kenji Kobayashi Photography Office.