2000/10/1
Training facility
Chiba-shi, Chiba prefecture
3,231m2
1,690m2
940m2
Reinforced Concrete structure, 2 stories above ground
Following the theme "The pursuit of richness in simple design", this facility takes advantage of the space and the texture of the materials to allow visitors to feel the environment and enjoy a slow and relaxing time. The training zones and accommodation zones are located in separate wings. The entrance lobby located centrally between these wings serves to connect their functions. The lobby extends inwards to an inner garden and the distances create a clear and easily understood structure configuration. In addition, the arrangement of gardens for each individual function creates a building in which a variety of impressions can be experienced.
In relation to the surrounding environment, a moderate degree of "enclosure" has been incorporated in consideration of the living environment with effective use of distance in the configuration.
With louvers to control sunlight, color coordination using the materials and natural colors, a concrete wall with slits that surrounds an exclusive garden, and trees and benches placed at regular intervals for the use of the local community, this facility offers a relaxing scene in an ordered cityscape.
14th Chiba City Outstanding Architecture Award (November 2001)


