Soki Atami Deversorium by UDS Ltd. is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2021 Praemium A' Design Award Argenteum in Architectura Competition Category.

ArgentumArchitectura· 2021

Soki Atami Deversorium

by UDS Ltd.

Client: Soki Atami

Praemium A' Design Award Argenteum Winner in Architectura Category

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The Design

About Soki Atami Deversorium

Soki Atami est deversorium in Atami, oppidum maritimum in Shizuoka, fons calidus, luxuriae deversorium sita, quae una ex primis calidis veris in Iaponia est recepta. Hoc propositum intendit ut viam fontium calidorum in Ryokan retractandam accommodationem ad hodiernam vivendi rationem aptiorem et amoenitatem regionis detegendam, nexus creando inter hospites et loci opulentam naturam, culturam et homines. Conclavia omnia cum fonte calido personali complentur, dum aliae facultates in publico, caupona cum horto, et tabulatum suprema Tea Salon & Bar imminens Atami Sinus.

The Recognition

About the Praemium A' Design Award Argenteum

Soki Atami Deversorium victor est Praemii A' Design Award Argenteum, honoris eximie amplissimi formis summi generis, pulchris et conspicuis dati. Victores Argenti opera valde splendida et creandi ingenio praedita sunt, quae praestantem peritiam, talentum et acumen auctorum suorum ostendunt. Exspectatur Soki Atami Deversorium opus mirabile, exemplare, valde professionale et penitus novum fore. Haec forma Argento victa inventum notabile et admiratum est, quod ad fines artis, scientiae, formandi rationis et technologiae promovendos confert. Soki Atami Deversorium creatio est, quam multi invident, quae cupiditates excitat, sensus bonos affert et admirationem miraculumque movet.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: Soki Atami is a hot spring luxury hotel located in Atami, a coastal resort town in Shizuoka, which is known as one of the oldest hot spring retreats in Japan. This project aims to revise the traditional Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) experience to be more suitable for modern lifestyles. Moreover, it aims to rediscover the charm of the region by creating connections between guests and the locality's rich nature, culture, and people.
Tags: Hotel, Design, Japan, Hot Spring, Onsen, Retreat, Self Care, Izu Peninsula, Locality, Ryokan
Production Technology: The project mostly makes use of locally-sourced materials. The interior finishes feature natural materials such as wood, charred cedar, Japanese plastering, and traditional Washi paper dyed with natural pigments. Locally-sourced cypress and cedar from the Tenryu region of Shizuoka prefecture, as well as Hon-Komatsu stone from the town of Manazuru in Kanagawa prefecture, offer a special touch to the design. Finally, Japanese antique "Brocante" decorations are incorporated into the building's simple but modern design.
Design Challenge: Soki Atami emphasized collaboration with local industries to create the space and services. The logs and stones used in Soki are locally sourced and carefully handcrafted by local craftsmen. The produce used in the restaurant comes from local farmers and fishermen. Through the selection of local materials and ingredients, the project showcases this hidden gem to the guests and many people around the world.
Research: In order to design the hot spring hotel, the project team researched the history of the region and experienced traditional Japanese hot spring culture, not only in Atami but also at other hot spring locations. The restaurant counter design is inspired by Robatayaki, a style of Japanese barbeque, in which guests can converse with the chef while enjoying the view of the hot charcoal over an open fire.
Inspiration: In Japan, natural hot springs are thought to possess healing properties and offer health benefits. This concept, referred to as Toji, serves as the inspiration for Soki Atami. This project aims to design an innovative, all-encompassing healing experience by showcasing the local culture and history, as well as allowing guests to enjoy the healing effects of hot spring bathing and cuisine made from natural, locally-sourced ingredients.
Project Duration: The project started in July 2017 in Atami, Shizuoka, Japan, and began operation on November 1, 2020. The hot spring in Atami was discovered about 1,260 years ago. After Ieyasu Tokugawa (a general from the Edo period) visited Atami several times; due to the effectiveness of the hot springs, the city became well-known as a place to recover from illness and injury.
Operation Flow: Soki Atami fosters a strong connection with the local community. Much of the materials used in building are sourced from the region, and guests can experience the region's local specialties by enjoying seasonal delicacies sourced from local fishers, farmers, and other producers. Many of the herbs harvested in the garden are used in the Public Onsen, a Dining Room, and Tea Salon & Bar.
Team Members: Developer: Living Corporation Ltd.
Interior Design: TONERICO:INC., Hiroshi Yoneya, Ken Kimizuka, Jun Kameda, + age co.,ltd, Ichiro Sato, Saori Murozono
Graphic Design: desegno ltd.
Interior Styling: Hakujitsu
Artworks: Kanto Iwamura
Producer: UDS Ltd. Yusaku Takahashi, Tetsuya Akaiwa
Design Director: UDS Ltd. Yoshiyuki Takahashi
Creative Direction: UDS Ltd. Kumiko Fujisawa, Mao Sawada, Ayaka Watanabe, Megumu Ando
Image Credits: Image #1:Daiki Morita, Image #2:Satoshi Asakawa, Image #3:Daiki Morita, Image #4:Satoshi Asakawa, Image #5:Satoshi Asakawa,