Nagomi Velferdsanlegg by Ko Uehara, Yuji Iida and Ikuhiro Ayatsuka

Nagomi Velferdsanlegg by Ko Uehara, Yuji Iida and Ikuhiro Ayatsuka is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2022 A' Design Award i Sølv in Arkitektur-, Bygnings- og Konstruksjonsdesign Competition Category.

SølvArkitektur· 2022

Nagomi Velferdsanlegg

by Ko Uehara, Yuji Iida and Ikuhiro Ayatsuka

Client: Primearth EV Energy Co., Ltd

A' Design Award i Sølv Winner in Arkitektur Category

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The Design

About Nagomi Velferdsanlegg

Nagomi er et velferdsanlegg designet for de ansatte ved en fabrikk i utkanten av Miyagi-prefekturet i Japan. Navnet Nagomi betyr å berolige sinnet på japansk. Den to etasjer høye bygningen dekker 1691 kvadratmeter og rommer en kafeteria, et treningssenter, et galleri, avslapningsområder og innendørs og utendørs arrangementsrom. En buet form og et skrånende tak beskytter inngangspartiet mot vintervind og snø. Vinger med fagverk gir kafeteriaen et vidt, åpent rom, der linjene i trehimlingen er satt i et tilfeldig mønster for å skape et lyst og varmt interiør.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award i Sølv

Nagomi Velferdsanlegg er vinner av A' Design Award i Sølv, en usedvanlig prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles design i toppklassen som er nydelige og imponerende. Sølvvinnere er enormt briljante og usedvanlig kreative verk som viser designernes enestående ekspertise, talent og skarpsindighet. Nagomi Velferdsanlegg forventes å være et praktfullt utstillingsverk som er bemerkelsesverdig profesjonelt og dypt nyskapende. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Sølv, er en svært bemerkelsesverdig, beundret oppfinnelse som gagner og flytter grensene for kunst, vitenskap, design og teknologi. Nagomi Velferdsanlegg er et skaperverk mange misunner, som vekker ønsker, gir positive følelser og vekker undring og forundring.

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.