Oika Creative Studio Representative Director
First-Class Architect, Master's Program Graduate, Tama Art University
Founded Atelier Oika in 1999 and became independent. Established Oika Creative Studio in 2002 and became its founder. Believes that the designer's mission is to give life and ideas to buildings, and argues that design proposals should also include lifestyle proposals. As we pursue a better living environment for people, we begin to see what is necessary and what systems are in place. We have come to the conclusion that the relationships between people—friends, time, and space—which cannot be obtained with money, are the most important factors in human life. The reason why these are necessary is, as expressed in words, because we are "human"... We believe that our ideal environment is not about capital, but about the relationships between people and things. I have written a column as a community architect for an industry magazine for seven years. I also work as a facilitation worker for community revitalization through the regeneration of vacant houses throughout Japan. I am developing Zen and Cool Japan-style expressions in Japan and overseas. I am also skilled in Urasenke tea ceremony and tea rooms. I am also a master of architectural feng shui. Aiming for eco-friendly architecture that uses natural energy as much as possible, and with a focus on improving our living environment, I pursue what "richness" means to each individual.