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OUR APPROACH​​

We specialise in creating bespoke design solutions for residential interiors, cultural landmarks, and commercial buildings. Our goal is to integrate gardens, interiors, and architectural elements to foster seamless and harmonious environments.

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Drawing on our East-West cultural heritage and extensive expertise in art, architecture, and garden design, we blend diverse influences to craft unique, cohesive spaces that tell a captivating story and reflect each site’s specific conditions.

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A prime example of our work is the zen temple pavilion "Kohtei" at the Shinshoji Zen Museum and Gardens, highlighted on the front page of our website. This project exemplifies our dedication to creating spaces that offer both physical and meditative experiences, inviting profound engagement with the surroundings.

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We strive to blend functionality with artistry in every project, from living and working spaces to wellness areas. By meticulously selecting materials and techniques, we achieve harmony and balance, crafting environments that inspire lasting joy and deeply resonate with their inhabitants.

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GARDEN & LANDSCAPE

We embrace the notion of Gesamtkunstwerk, where architecture integrates seamlessly with interior and exterior spaces. Inspired by Kyoto's architectural heritage, where natural elements harmoniously blend with traditional structures, we strive to embody this holistic approach in all our projects.

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Our journey in landscape design began with Kodai's pivotal role in the "Perez Art Museum, Miami" project alongside Herzog & de Meuron. Collaborations like "Kohtei" at the Shinshoji Zen Museum and Gardens with SANDWICH have further enriched our approach, leading to prestigious commissions such as the "Chalk Garden" at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, London.

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Gesamtkunstwerk guides our philosophy, ensuring that each project integrates art, architecture, and landscape into a cohesive whole. By harnessing the beauty and resilience of trees and plants, we extend spatial perception seamlessly from interior to exterior environments, promoting diversity and harmonious coexistence with nature.

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Currently, our focus is on several garden projects across Switzerland, where we explore the dynamic interplay between architecture and the natural world. Here, we harness as-found elements of each site to create bespoke designs that integrate seamlessly with their surroundings.

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ART & CRAFTS 

Kodai hails from a family tradition deeply rooted in Kimono and Bamboo crafts, fostering a strong affinity for the art and crafts world through extensive experience. His background provides invaluable insights into museum operations, functionality, and art exhibitions. He has shaped the development of exhibition spaces and cultivated close collaborations with renowned artists, offering unique perspectives on architect-artist dynamics.

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Our work with galleries and private collectors spans from pre-19th-century European masterpieces to contemporary artworks, creating environments that honour their creativity and vision. We've collaborated with artists such as Michel Comte, Kohei Nawa, Chiharu Shiota, Akira Fujimoto, and Cannon Heresy. Additionally, we engage closely with masters in Japanese clay plaster, metalwork, bamboo crafts, and Tea Pavilion carpentry, emphasizing our commitment to cross-cultural collaboration.

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COLLABORATION 

Our firm prioritises collaboration with our clients to create designs. We understand that a successful project must work spatially and functionally and connect with the client on an inspirational level. We collaborate with experts in Europe, Switzerland, and Japan to ensure our designs are realised as envisioned. We work closely with ATP Architects in London for the United Kingdom and Pourtales Design in Paris for France. Our services are available globally, with our base in Zurich serving as a hub for our work worldwide.​​

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PROFILE