Moriyuki Ochiai Architects has completed an innovative office and retail space for an automotive company in Tokyo, Japan, creating an interior design that transforms the workplace into a forest-like environment. The project, named "Resonance of Green / Kakushin Office," draws inspiration from the company's signature green color and translates it into a sophisticated spatial composition that evokes the natural atmosphere of a forest canopy.
The most striking feature of the design is the extensive use of polygonal forms in varying shades of green that unfold dramatically across both the ceilings and walls throughout the space. On the ceiling, carefully layered geometric panels create a stunning visual gradation that closely resembles overlapping leaves in a natural forest canopy. The wall surfaces feature textured green materials that suggest the movement and vitality associated with new plant growth, introducing a dynamic visual rhythm that guides perception and actively encourages engagement within the workspace.
Moriyuki Ochiai Architects has skillfully sculpted a composition of geometric forms that extends beyond the ceiling treatment to include thoughtful material selections along the walls and counters. These stratified materials deliberately reference the natural layers of earth found beneath a forest floor, emphasizing texture and providing a grounding element for the luminous green forms suspended above. The strategic combination of these vertical and horizontal design elements generates an ongoing dialogue between surface treatment, color application, and structural composition.
One of the most remarkable aspects of the design is its responsiveness to changing environmental conditions throughout the day and across different seasons. The green tones and layered materials are designed to shift in appearance as natural illumination changes, creating a living, breathing quality within the space. This built-in variability contributes significantly to an overall atmosphere of openness and adaptability, reinforcing the workspace's intended role as a dynamic setting for creativity and professional exchange.
The interplay of light and shadow across the faceted green ceiling panels creates an ever-changing visual experience for occupants. As documented in photographs by Daisuke Shima, the textured wall surfaces effectively evoke the movement and vitality associated with new growth in nature. Through its thoughtful integration of color theory, geometric design principles, and natural lighting considerations, Resonance of Green successfully establishes a unique sensory landscape that connects office occupants to fundamental concepts of renewal and vitality.
The completed project represents a successful convergence of material expression and environmental responsiveness, shaping an interior environment that embodies both natural inspiration and innovative design thinking. The result is a workspace that transcends traditional office design conventions, creating an environment where the company's brand identity is seamlessly integrated with biophilic design principles to support both productivity and well-being.
