Chosen Temple Templum Buddhisticum by Yuki Yamada

Chosen Temple Templum Buddhisticum by Yuki Yamada is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum in Architectura Competition Category.

AesArchitectura· 2026

Chosen Temple Templum Buddhisticum

by Yuki Yamada

Client: Akatuki Architect Office Co.

Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum Winner in Architectura Category

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The Design

About Chosen Temple Templum Buddhisticum

Templum Chosen est parvum templum Buddhisticum in urbe Asakuchi, Okayama, in Iaponia situm. Aedificium ex concreto ferro firmato constructum est, cuius parietes exteriores granito Iaponico diligenter selecto vestiuntur. Intus ars lignaria traditionalis Iaponica adhibetur, quae interiora tranquilla et calida efficit. Templum in area nongentorum quinquaginta metrorum quadratorum stat et aream aedificatam septuaginta septem metrorum quadratorum habet. Consilium architectonicum templum cum circumiacenti paesagio in concordia collocat atque visitatoribus locum quietum precationi et meditationi praebet, dum prospectu fruuntur.

The Recognition

About the Praemium A' Design Award Aeneum

Chosen Temple Templum Buddhisticum victor est Praemii A' Design Award Aeneum, honoris multum aestimati formis egregiis, creandi ingenio, sollertia et acumine insignibus dati. Victores Aenei opera perita et mire creandi sunt, quae experientiam, imaginationem et solertiam auctorum suorum confirmant. Exspectatur Chosen Temple Templum Buddhisticum rem multum aestimatam, admiratam et carissimam, notabiliter professionalem et novam fore. Haec forma Aeneo victa optimas consuetudines artis, scientiae, formandi rationis et technologiae amplectitur et in cura minutiarum excellit. Chosen Temple Templum Buddhisticum necessitates egregie explet, cupiditates tangit, sensus capit et curiositatem allicit.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Located within a temple in Asakuchi City, Okayama, this building combines the refined presence of granite clad walls with masterfully crafted traditional Japanese woodworking.Carefully selected materials ensure quality and sustainability while the integration of timeless craftsmanship and contemporary design creates a serene environment that conveys the profound value of Japanese culture.
Dimensions & Packaging: Land area 950 square meters
Building area 77 square meters
Tags: Temple, Buddha, Kurashiki, Japan, wooden,
Production Technology: Reinforced concrete construction
Japanese granite
Design Challenge: Priority was given to harmonizing with the surrounding natural environment with careful attention paid to the patterns and colors of the stone and all materials meticulously selected.
Research: The building is designed to harmonize with its surrounding environment featuring exterior walls clad in carefully selected Japanese stone.Attention to material selection and texture allows the structure to blend seamlessly with nature while maintaining a refined and commanding presence.
Inspiration: When the designer first visited this site they were captivated by the beauty of the view overlooking the landscape.Inspired by this experience the project was conceived as a religious facility where visitors can fully enjoy the scenery while spending quiet moments in prayer and meditation.By incorporating materials such as Japanese timber and stone the building emphasizes harmony with nature and aims to create a calm space that reflects the character and climate of the land.
Project Duration: Built in Okayama, Japan in 2022
Operation Flow: Due to the pandemic people refrained from large gatherings.This religious facility was adapted into a small temple allowing only family members and close relatives to convene.
Image Credits: Photographer Senichiro Nogami