Tokyo, Japan
Yohei Terui and Hiromu Yuyama from the Tokyo-based design studio I IN have refurbished the new Cartier’s Japan Office expressing the prestigious brand’s world view of creativity, excellence, and sharing throughout with the use of experiential spaces to foster new communication and relationships within the work environment.
A brightly lit and airy entrance hall with high-quality materials sets an uplifting mood in the office.
Original abstract artwork of scattered gold leaves on the wall next to the entrance welcomes guests with a contemporary majestic flair.
The staff locker room offers a space of tranquility, its tone subdued in contrast to its surroundings, while within the office spaces, accents of champagne gold and deep red are tempered by natural hues— subtle references to the luxury of artisanal craft.
A circular lounge space, enclosed within soft-sheen vertical louvers, brings a sense of calm and comfort, its privacy heightened by mellow lighting from above and red-colored sofas that wrap around its visitors.
Carefully selected materials and innovative lighting enhance the open-plan work and communication areas.
A central large round table has a radial wooden surface pattern, subtly divided into individual work zones by champagne-gold metal lines.
The communication lounge, radiantly lit by its window-side location, offers spaces that encourage face-to-face encounters and conversations.
A marble-topped circular counter welcomes visitors with its warm gold accents and open center, while in a window-wrapped corner, a comfy plush sofa faces spectacular views of the city.
Tucked in another window-walled corner lies the serene heart of the communication lounge.
A raised tatami-mat space with unusual red mats looks out to the vistas of the city.
A space to take off your shoes to relax, stretch and decompress, it pays homage to Japanese aesthetics and honors Cartier’s principles of artisanal quality and innovation.
Project: Cartier Japan Office
Architects: I IN Inc.
Design Team: Yohei Terui and Hiromu Yuyama
Client: Richemont Japan
General Contractor: Takashimaya Space Create
Photographers: Tomooki Kengaku
