Good Design Award: 12 consecutive years, a total of 31 awards!
Shimada Group Press release: October 16, 2025 Good Design Award: 12 consecutive years, with a total of 31 winners! Asagaya Apartment, Garden Terrace Chitose Karasuyama, SENDAGAYA TERRACE, Amefuri ///Afuri “Isshobin” 4 works
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Apartment,” “Garden Terrace Chitose-Karasuyama,” and “SENDAGAYA TERRACE.” Yoshikawa Brewery Co., Ltd. (Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture; Representative Director: Yoshiri Godo), also part of the Shimada Group, won for “Amefuri /// Afuri ‘Isshobin’.” This marks the 12th consecutive year the group has won awards, with a total of 31 projects. GOOD DESIGN AWARD 2025 Asagaya Apartment Apartment complex that creates diverse spaces and openness
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/46799/258/46799-258-ed90dcdfe61f2cc204f883e44ed996dc-1920×1280.jpg Overview This project is for a housing complex located in the city center, primarily consisting of studio apartments. The surrounding area is a densely packed residential area with many alleys, so the alleys were brought into the site, creating a volume that harmonizes with the streetscape. Furthermore, by segmenting the buildings and staggering them according to function in both plan and cross-section, and by arranging the roof sections in a checkerboard pattern in different directions, the project creates a housing complex where each apartment, even though it is a studio apartment, has a unique sense of openness and space. Design Key Points 1) By segmenting and staggering the buildings, the on-site corridors are given a sense of rhythm and depth, creating a streetscape-like atmosphere, while ensuring privacy between the units. 2) By combining the plumbing on the upper and lower floors and offsetting it three-dimensionally, the rooms are open and soundproofed, and all units are provided with lofts and spaces to relax. 3) The roofs are arranged in a checkerboard pattern in different directions to match the division of the volume, allowing for unique lighting and ventilation for each unit and harmonizing with the streetscape. Background Following the COVID-19 pandemic, a lifestyle that combines online and offline activities has become mainstream. In response, two key factors are driving demand for rental housing in the post-COVID-19 era: “comfort” for online use and “convenience” for offline use. In urban areas, apartment complexes primarily consisting of one-room apartments tend to have a uniform appearance due to the repetition of the same modules and economical exteriors, and the building volume is pushed out to the legal limit, resulting in the ground space becoming a monotonous “escape route.” This plan proposes a wooden apartment complex that combines the convenience of an urban one-room apartment (approximately 15-20 square meters per room) with comfort. Within the compact space, residents can enjoy openness, soundproofing, and a variety of places to live, allowing them to live comfortably and feel connected to the city. Furthermore, we attempted to plan an apartment complex that would contribute to improving the overall streetscape. Specifications Site area: 171.46 square meters, Building area: 100.10 square meters, Total floor area: 189.09 square meters, Building coverage ratio: 58.38%, Floor area ratio: 99.97%, Structure and size: Wood construction, 2 floors above ground Judges’ Comments Each dwelling unit is neatly shaped, while the exterior is designed to fit the site, creating a sense of continuity in scale with the surrounding streetscape. By providing loft spaces on both the first and second floors, the first floor, which tends to be dark, is given a sense of spaciousness. On the second floor, this, combined with the adjustment of the roof height, creates variation in both the interior and exterior. Despite its large structure, the building is home to a collection of dwelling units, each with its own unique character. View Details
Garden Terrace Chitose Karasuyama A nursing facility connected to the city by an arch
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/46799/258/46799-258-cc21f055533b2e5cbab6afae5cd5f008-1920×1280.jpg Overview We planned to build a housing complex for the elderly with services on land adjacent to a housing complex and residential area in Kita-Karasuyama, Setagaya Ward. The facility, which incorporates arches into its design from exterior to interior, aims to dispel the negative image of elderly care facilities. The building was designed to allow residents to live comfortably and experience the joy of living. Design Key Points 1) A spatial design with continuous arches that creates a sense of familiarity, something not typically seen in nursing homes. 2) Providing a hotel-like living space with a variety of areas, including an open-ceiling lounge, a beauty salon, and a restaurant with a great view. 3) Comprehensive management supporting physical and mental health through day care services that also offer functional training and a lounge for hobby exchange. Background Currently, the nursing care industry is facing increasing burdens on operators due to issues such as a shortage of nursing care workers and rising construction costs. As a result, many facilities prioritize profitability, adopting homogeneous, streamlined designs for living spaces. These facilities often feel more like “hospitals” than “homes,” lacking a warmth and a sense of unease. Living in such an environment leaves significant room for improvement in terms of the physical and mental health of residents. Furthermore, due to the nature of nursing care facilities, building materials are selected with an emphasis on safety and security, leading to a tendency for cold, smooth vinyl materials to be widely used. While these materials are certainly effective in reducing management and operational risks, issues remain when considering occupant comfort. Facility design requires ingenuity that not only considers efficiency and safety, but also improves the quality of life for occupants. Specifications Site area: 1,174.49 square meters, Building area: 694.49 square meters, Total floor area: 2,504.35 square meters Structure and size: Reinforced concrete structure, 5 floors above ground, housing for the elderly with services (57 rooms, capacity 59 people), day service (functional training room) attached Evaluation comments from the judges This senior housing facility seems to give off a gentle impression to those around it. The arched shape and curved balcony corners are eye-catching, but there are many other ingenious touches. The balcony railings are also meticulously designed, and this is reflected in the interior walls and signage. The texture and slenderness of the downspouts at the ends of the balconies are particularly noteworthy, adding a touch of elegance to the overall design. View details SENDAGAYA TERRACE
Underground-like architecture/architecture that does not become part of the landscape
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/46799/258/46799-258-8de77464ea2b832d24a2692a3544a372-1920×1280.jpg photo (C) Kimiro Nishikawa Photo Office Co., Ltd. Overview In an environment that feels almost underground, surrounded by retaining walls and a large difference in elevation on the north side, where residential areas are densely packed, the project met challenging construction conditions and maximized space. Using concrete and formwork, the project created a variety of different expressions, creating a bright and airy space for tenant offices and row houses that changes with the seasons, with subtle light and shadows filtering in. Design Points 1) The crevasse-like approach and external staircase open up to terraces and earthen floors, where human activity is continuously expressed. 2) The unevenness transferred to the concrete creates subtle light and shadow that change with the time and seasons, giving the space a unique look. 3) The plumbing and shafts are compactly organized, creating an open, one-room space that allows light and breezes to pass through. Background The site is located on the border between a housing complex and a residential area. A large building similar to that of the housing complex would have an oppressive feel on the neighboring residential area and would not have fit in with the landscape. This plan aimed for a form that harmonizes with the surrounding environment while maintaining the volume necessary for senior housing with support services. The arches on the exterior walls, which serve as a point of contact with the city, add movement to the building’s horizontal, often monotonous design. The arches connect the entrance to the open-ceiling lounge and further connect to the greenery of the housing complex outside, aiming for an open, continuous architecture. Specifications Site area: 187.70 square meters, Building area: 125.61 square meters, Total floor area: 310.02 square meters , Building coverage ratio: 66.93% (allowable: 70%), Floor area ratio: 159.62% (allowable: 160%), Structure and size: Wall-type reinforced concrete construction, 3 floors above ground Evaluation comments from the judges Despite the challenging site conditions, surrounded by buildings and retaining walls on all sides, the project meticulously interpreted the gaps between the surrounding buildings and carefully planned the openings to create a rich, open space without a sense of claustrophobia. Given the road access restrictions that also limit the ability to transport materials, the project highly praised the way it utilized the structural elements and formwork as finishing touches, minimizing the amount of finishing required to ensure a sense of spaciousness. Furthermore, the valley-like gaps were used as traffic flow spaces, and this image, combined with the rough surface of the concrete, creates a powerful architectural appeal. This is a prime example of opening up new possibilities for similar site conditions, which are not uncommon in urban areas. View details
Rainy ///Afuri “One-Letter Bottle” Designed to fit in the refrigerator door pocket. Also for after-use
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/46799/258/46799-258-58616e36de55758b9203f3a13cfc627f-889×599.png Overview Since the COVID-19 pandemic, ways of enjoying sake have diversified, including increased demand for drinking at home, leading to growing interest in cost-effective 1.8L bottles. However, traditional JIS-standard 1.8L bottles are difficult to store in home refrigerators, making them a purchasing hurdle. This product solves this issue by offering a new 1.8L bottle designed to fit into modern home environments. Design Points 1) To fit in the pocket of a home refrigerator, the height is the same as a 480ml bottle and the flat shape is oval. 2) The polyhedral shape takes advantage of the beautiful straight lines and light-emitting properties of glass, and is designed to prevent the bottle from rolling even when placed horizontally. 3) Highly transparent glass allows you to carefully view and savor the sake’s true color. The bottle design also takes into consideration after-use. Background Around 2023, demand for sake at restaurants plummeted due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The discontinuation of production by manufacturers that accounted for approximately 40% of isshobin production, and the successive closures of bottle collectors, compounded the problem, sparking a scramble for isshobin bottles at sake breweries across the country. Obtaining them became extremely difficult, especially for small-scale breweries, and the development of alternative bottles became an urgent issue. Meanwhile, feedback from individual customers, who said, “Isshobin bottles are inexpensive, but they don’t fit in my refrigerator at home,” also sparked an important realization. Traditionally, isshobin bottles (JIS standard, 1800ml) offer significant price advantages, with 2.5 times the volume and twice the price of shigobin bottles (720ml), but their ease of use at home remains an issue. Addressing these issues on both the supply and demand sides, as well as market changes such as the growing popularity of “home drinking demand,” the company embarked on the development of a new isshobin bottle that would meet the needs of both restaurants and individual consumers. Judges’ Comments This entry takes a product that may already be considered commonplace and unchangeable, and redesigns it to be easy to use in modern homes, while also elevating it to a beautiful visual presentation. This is brilliant problem-solving through design. The use of glass, like the previous 1.8L bottle, suggests that this is a versatile product and will add a certain level of richness to everyday life. The tasteful name also helps to broaden the product’s worldview. View Details
About Shimada Asset Partners Co., Ltd. Shimada Asset Partners Co., Ltd. was established in 2007 when the real estate development and sales division of Shimada House Co., Ltd., established in 1963, was spun off and made independent. Shimada Asset Partners is a comprehensive real estate developer engaged in a wide range of construction projects, from residential buildings such as single-family homes and apartment complexes to hotels, nursing homes, and daycare centers. The Shimada Group is responsible for everything from purchasing the land to designing and constructing the building, and the operation of the building is handled by the same group. What is important is that “good times” flow through the building for both the residents and those who use it. To that end, we don’t just finish with construction; we also handle everything from purchasing the land to architectural design and operation. We design the land so that “good times” can come to life. Company name: Shimada Asset Partners Co., Ltd. Established: November 2007 Capital: 100 million yen Sales: 8.3 billion yen (actual results as of October 2023) Number of employees: 962 (consolidated group), 27 (parent company) Business: Real estate development Shimada Asset Partners Co., Ltd. Website: https://shimada-sap.co.jp Real estate fractionalization product “Just Fit” homepage:
https://justfit-shimada.jp/ ■Good Design Award Winners■ 30 award winners for 12 consecutive years (as of October 2025)
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/46799/258/46799-258-e7d8ff369452378f35e642926a976c65-960×960.jpg Founded in 1912, this sake brewery is located at the foot of Mt. Tanzawa, formerly known as Afuriyama. Our careful and meticulous brewing techniques, based on the philosophy of the late Dr. Shinsaku Sugiyama, are well-known in Kanagawa Prefecture for our “Kikuyu” brand. Although we faced a business crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other factors, we became a part of the Shimada Group in October 2020 and are now making a fresh start under a new structure. The 2021 “Amefuri /// Afuri” brand has been announced. By fusing tradition and innovation, we are challenging ourselves to create sake that breaks the mold. Our “1.8L bottle” won the Grand Prize at the “Glass Bottle Award 2025.” Yoshikawa Brewing Co., Ltd.:
https://kikkawa-jozo.com/ Instagram:
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