NION Berlin Showroom at Moritzplatz
NION Berlin Showroom
Design Concept and interior design for architectural showroom for Nion. A multi functional space which can host exhibitions, community gatherings and team meetings. The 100 sqm space contains a 30 sqm office space in the back and an open showroom in the front which is accessible from Moritzplatz.
The minimal design is slightly Japan related with its wooden panels, an area to take off shoes and slip into house shoes, various shelves to showcase inspirational materials from Japan, a map showing all Japan related activities, shops and restaurants in Berlin.
Having run a design studio in Tokyo for several years, and with both experience and a keen interest in Japanese design and culture, less rain supports “Japan Town Berlin” with a new naming, branding and design.
Design of a 60 pages book in Japanese and English for potential investors, showcasing the planned development of a Japanese inspired city quarter in Berlin.There is a Japanese expression that fascinates Germans: shin-rin-yoku. We translate it to something like „bathing in forest air“.
Interior design and communication material for a pop up store selling Japanese products at Moritzplatz in Berlin.
NION is a proposal to develop an urban area in Berlin into a German Japanese hotspot of contemporary creativity and traditional culture, an innovative technology hub and a striving “local meets international” community.