Marche Vison Itensmerk by Tomoya Akasaka

Marche Vison Itensmerk by Tomoya Akasaka is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award yn Platina in Arsjitektuer, Gebou en Struktuerûntwerp Competition Category.

PlatinaArsjitektuer· 2024

Marche Vison Itensmerk

by Tomoya Akasaka

Client: Orga-Lab

A' Design Award yn Platina Winner in Arsjitektuer Category

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The Design

About Marche Vison Itensmerk

Marche Vison is in itensmerk boud yn de stêd Taki, prefektuer Mie, Japan. It kompleks is ferdield yn fjouwer fleugels ûnder grutte bûgde dakken. Trepfoarmige flierplaten wurde ferbûn troch hellingen, en de ôfstân fan de houten spanten is op inoar ôfstimd om ien trochrinnende romte te foarmjen. Lytsere folumes steane ûnder de dakken en foarmje in kuiergebiet fan steechjes en pleinen. De iepenloftromte ûnder de dakken hâldt besikers yn kontakt mei de seizoenen en ferminderet it enerzjyferbrûk. Rein falt fan de daksrânen as in gerdyn, en pleatslike houten louvres binne rjochte op de sneldyk.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award yn Platina

Marche Vison Itensmerk is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Platina, in ekstreem prestisjeuze erkenning foar wier útsûnderlike, elegante en prachtige ûntwerpen. Platina-winners binne wûnders fan skepping, tsjûgenissen fan de grinzen fan yntellektuele kreativiteit, en litte it ûnevenaardige profesjonalisme en sjeny fan har ûntwerpers sjen. Fan dizze ûntwerpen wurdt ferwachte dat se de meast ferneamde wurken binne dy't de estetyk fan in tiidrek bepale, bydrage oan it wolwêzen fan de maatskippij en de grinzen fan keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology ferlegge. Marche Vison Itensmerk lit in transsendint nivo fan treflikens sjen en makket de wrâld sûnder mis ta in bettere plak mei syn foardielige en weardefolle skaaimerken. Marche Vison Itensmerk is in winnend wurk fan de A' Design Award yn Platina dat winsken wekker makket, ynspirearret, entûsjasmearret, behaachet en grutte freugde opwekket.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Marche Vison is a platform focused on fostering regional collaboration through food. It extends beyond the concept of traditional farmers' markets by promoting dining events designed to stimulate regional innovation. Under its symbolic roof, meant to represent the connection between heaven and earth, Marche Vison strives to create an engaging landscape where the dynamic pace of business, driven by the pursuit of freshness, blends seamlessly with the tranquil rhythm of nature that produces our ingredients.
Dimensions & Packaging: The site area is 10,406.39 square meters.
The total building area is 2,915.42 square meters.

Building A
Building area 661.73 m2, Overall height 14.60m, Eaves height 12.54m.

Building B
Building area 1,143.27 m2, Overall height 15.85m, Eaves height 13.79m.

Building C
Building area 293.32 m2, Overall height 14.17m, Eaves height 12.11m.

Building D
Building area 817.71 m2, Overall height 14.65m, Eaves height 12.59m.
Tags: vison, market, local, food, roof, rain, wood, louvre, landscape
Production Technology: The building is divided into four wings, however, the staircase-like slabs are connected by slopes, and the pitch of the wooden frames is continuously aligned to ensure a unified space. The continuous shape from the hill in front of the building to the large roof draws the eye upward, creating an expansive landscape. Several smaller volumes are placed beneath the large roof, generating a diverse walking area with a maze-like network of alleys and plazas.
Design Challenge: Striking a balance between commercial feasibility and preserving the site's unique 'genius loci' was the greatest challenge in this design. We aimed to create a landscape integrating seamlessly with the promotion of local industry while ensuring sustainable prosperity. The incorporation of the natural surroundings posed challenges, as considerations such as signage and lighting could disrupt the natural aesthetic. Such considerations required powerful vision and acute attention to detail.
Research: Commerce is ever-evolving and long-term control over its design is nearly impossible. Thus, we chose to disentangle the commercial timeline from that of the landscape. By creating two distinct layers - one of the large roofs and another of small retail boxes, we aim to balance the slowly changing landscape with the dynamism needed in commerce to maintain constant freshness. As commercial trends shift, our expansive roofs stand ready to accommodate these changes and stand the test of time.
Inspiration: Rain and sunshine are vital elements that nurture a multitude of crops. Our expansive roofs, designed with the concept of the water cycle in mind, symbolize the absorption of energy through a curved surface extending over the ground. The structures supporting these roofs are inspired by the repetitive torii gates at the Akone Yashiro Shrine, located within the precincts of the Ise Grand Shrine. These gates stand as a symbol of prayers for abundant harvests, rich fishing yields, and thriving businesses. This symbolism is particularly fitting for a facility that focuses on promoting local produce.
Project Duration: It opened in 2021 as part of Vison in Taki town, Mie prefecture, Japan.
Operation Flow: Our facility's expansive roofs cover an open-air space underneath, allowing visitors to reconnect with the changing seasons, often overlooked in modern retail. With this simple approach, the design reduces energy consumption to address environmental concerns. Raindrops descend regularly from the eaves, creating a 'rain curtain'. Local wooden louvres are incorporated on the side facing the expressway, adding warmth and harmony. We aim to protect and share the natural region's beauty, promoting sustainable preservation.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Tomoya Akasaka, 2001.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer ToLoLo Studio, Variations, 2021.
Image #2: Photographer ToLoLo Studio, Variations, 2021.
Image #3: Photographer ToLoLo Studio, Variations, 2021.
Image #4: Photographer ToLoLo Studio, Variations, 2021.
Image #5: Photographer ToLoLo Studio, Variations, 2021.