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naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto

transformable workspace can be shifted along two axes

 

Naoshi Kondo Studio has designed SHAKAIKA! KYOTO office, a transformable workspace within a commercial building in Kyoto, Japan. The L-shaped interior offers a versatile space accommodating a photography studio, a workspace, and a conference room. The design’s central feature is a mobile reception room that also serves as a conference area. This lightweight frame, finished with dark blue carpet and light blue walls, can be shifted along two axes, adding flexibility to the space.

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
all images by Yujiro Ichioka

 

 

Naoshi Kondo studio composes a dynamic work setting

 

In its reception mode, the area around the corner extends the office with storage shelving and a modular conference table. The adaptable mechanism supports efficient space utilization and movement, beneficial for users in a dynamic work setting. When the reception space slides to the right, it reveals a ‘white box’ space behind the glass frontage. Sliding the reception back around the corner maximizes the length of the work environment.

 

Cleverly split wall mirrors enhance the sense of a jigsaw puzzle slotting into place. Naoshi Kondo Studio‘s practical approach to transformable space expands the potential of an awkward layout while maintaining space, privacy, and a clean presentation.

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
office design by Naoshi Kondo features a transformable workspace within a commercial building in Kyoto

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
the L-shaped interior is designed to accommodate a photography studio, workspace, and conference room

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
a mobile reception room, doubling as a conference area, serves as the design’s central feature

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
the adaptable mechanism supports efficient space utilization and movement in a dynamic work setting

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
when the reception space slides to the right, it opens up a ‘white box’ space behind the glass frontage

sliding-shakaika-kyoto-office-naoshi-kondo-studio-designboom-1800-2

the lightweight frame, finished with dark blue carpet and light blue walls, shifts along two axes

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
cleverly split wall mirrors create a jigsaw-like effect, enhancing the sense of the space fitting together

sliding-shakaika-kyoto-office-naoshi-kondo-studio-designboom-1800-3

the transformable elements provide a modern take on adaptable office design

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
in reception mode, the corner area extends the office with storage shelving and a modular conference table

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
the design demonstrates innovative use of space, maximizing functionality and aesthetics

naoshi kondo studio crafts a versatile sliding office space in kyoto
sliding the reception back around the corner maximizes the length of the work environment

 

project info:

 

name: SHAKAIKA! KYOTO office – Honsha Office
architect: Naoshi Kondo | @naoshi.con

location: Kyoto, Japan

photography: Yujiro Ichioka | @yujirorijuy

 

 

designboom has received this project from our DIY submissions feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here.

 

edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom

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