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Longitudinal Studio Tokyo
Longitudinal Studio Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
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Longitudinal Studio Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2021
SIZE
0 sqft - 1000 sqft
BUDGET
$100K - 500K
In Ginza, Tokyo’s most cosmopolitan district, a small apartment has been re-imagined as a glitzy short stay aparthotel attracting both domestic and international tourists wanting a taste of this bustling metropolis. “Such typologies are called Wan rumu mashon (one room mansions) in Japan. They are typically no-nonsense entry-level homes for young people, but in this case, I wanted to create something sensual, unique and luxurious”, says Adrian Chan, chief designer of his eponymous interior design studio that is known for creating minimalist interiors.
Upon entry, the visitor encounters three emotional states-- starting from ‘suspense’ (entry genkan), progressing onto ‘awaken’ (kitchen/dining room) and ending in ‘comfort’ (bedroom/living).
A wall consisting of 2 arches, a nod to Escher, separates the spaces.
The most interesting element to this project is the presentation of intersecting solids of materiality (brass vs. slate vs. concrete vs. plastic) that define different functions (sanitation, work surface, structure and storage respectively).
Due to the tiny square footage, storage has been strategically designed to carry all necessities required for a short stay whilst keeping it minimal. The east wall is a full height closet hiding food, toiletries, cleaning equipment, entertainment systems, clothing, and furniture (such as tatamis, futons and a flip-down dining table). The kitchen is equally interesting and functional. Inside a 5x3x2ft grey box holds a kitchen stove, microwave, coffee machine, and utensils – all that’s needed to prepare a meal.
Upon entry, the visitor encounters three emotional states-- starting from ‘suspense’ (entry genkan), progressing onto ‘awaken’ (kitchen/dining room) and ending in ‘comfort’ (bedroom/living).
A wall consisting of 2 arches, a nod to Escher, separates the spaces.
The most interesting element to this project is the presentation of intersecting solids of materiality (brass vs. slate vs. concrete vs. plastic) that define different functions (sanitation, work surface, structure and storage respectively).
Due to the tiny square footage, storage has been strategically designed to carry all necessities required for a short stay whilst keeping it minimal. The east wall is a full height closet hiding food, toiletries, cleaning equipment, entertainment systems, clothing, and furniture (such as tatamis, futons and a flip-down dining table). The kitchen is equally interesting and functional. Inside a 5x3x2ft grey box holds a kitchen stove, microwave, coffee machine, and utensils – all that’s needed to prepare a meal.
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