Soil and Mud Hall | Architectural design for corporate museums

local土、木、瓦This museum uses natural materials such as these to create a new landscape, even though it is part of the Tokoname cityscape.Traditional rammed earth techniqueBy combining this with a modern design, we were able to create a building that resembles a lump of earth, blending seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. (Plasterer: Kusumi Yuki)

2007 - 12th People-Friendly City Development Award
・Good Design Award
・39th Chubu Architecture Award
2008 ・15th Aichi Cityscape Architecture Award

地元の土を用いた外壁。風景に溶け込む量塊としてデザイン。
The exterior walls are made from local soil and designed as a mass that blends into the landscape.
伝統技法「版築」による厚い外壁。内側へ傾け存在感を演出。
The thick exterior walls are made using the traditional "rammed earth" technique and are angled inwards to create a strong presence.
土・木・瓦という常滑らしい素材を、モダンな構成で再解釈。
The materials typical of Tokoname - earth, wood and roof tiles - are reinterpreted in a modern composition.
力強い土壁と植栽の組み合わせが、新しい風景をつくる。
The combination of powerful earthen walls and plantings creates a new landscape.
軒下の半外部空間。イベントや交流の場として活用できる設え。
A semi-outdoor space under the eaves that can be used for events and socializing.
床にはタイルやソイルセラミックなど、土を原料とした素材を使用。
The floors are made of earth-based materials such as tiles and soil ceramics.
吹き抜けの大空間。土を生かした仕上げが内部全体を包む。
A large open-ceiling space. The entire interior is wrapped in a finish that makes use of the earth.
色土と幾何学で構成する内部デザイン。空間の楽しさを演出。
The interior design is composed of colored earth and geometric shapes, creating a fun space.
多彩な土の表情を組み合わせた展示空間。素材の奥深さを示す。
An exhibition space that combines the diverse expressions of clay, demonstrating the profound depth of the material.
2階の隠れ家的スペース。土の資料を収めた学びのコーナー。
A hidden space on the second floor. A learning corner housing information on soil.
夜景。内側の光が外壁に映え、温かみのある表情を生む。
Night view. The light from inside reflects off the exterior wall, creating a warm look.
左官職人の技が生む有機的な曲線。土の素材感を際立たせる。
The organic curves created by the skill of plasterers highlight the texture of the clay.
市民ボランティアが制作した日干し煉瓦。唯一無二の表情が魅力。
These sun-dried bricks were made by local volunteers and have a unique and appealing appearance.
2階へ続くウェーブ状の階段。下部には子供の“ほら穴”空間。
A wave-shaped staircase leads to the second floor, with a children's cave at the bottom.
鍛冶職人による手仕事の手すりと照明。土の空間に繊細な対比を添える。（撮影　日暮雄一）
The handrails and lighting were handcrafted by blacksmiths, adding a delicate contrast to the earthen space. (Photograph by Yuichi Higurashi)
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