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This is the public profile of Ikuma Watase, Additional information and high-resolution images are available for accredited press members, to access additional information about Ikuma Watase please login as a press member.About Ikuma Watase : Ikuma Watase specializes in architecture, interior design, and landscape design. Typically, these fields require experts to collaborate, but he has a well-rounded background in all these areas, allowing him to design in a multifaceted and integrated way. The firm is based in Tokyo, Japan, and operates not only throughout Japan but also in regions such as China and Vietnam. Their projects span a wide range of fields, including hotels, restaurants, offices, sports facilities, residences, and public spaces, with a proven track record in each.
STATEMENT OF ART:I have always thought about creating optimal spatial designs tailored to the objectives of each project, whether it be in architecture, interior design, or landscape design. In my design approach, I place particular emphasis on "spatial sequences." I ensure that elements such as a sense of openness, tranquility, excitement, serenity, adventure, and memory stimulation are experienced as part of a cohesive spatial narrative. Based on this theme, I carefully select materials and details to pursue elegant and refined spatial designs.
EDUCATION:
2006, Architecture Designer, BA, Ritsumeikan University,　Shiga/Japan.
2008, Architecture & Landscape Designer, MA, Ritsumeikan University, Shiga/Japan.
EXPERIENCE:
2008-12, Architecture & Interior Designer, NAP Architects, Tokyo/Japan.
2013-14, Established and co-managed, Iwataya Architects, Tokyo/Japan.
2015, Founder, Dugout Architects, Tokyo/Jpana.
AWARDS:
2021, Gold Award, A' Design Award & Competition, Como/Italy.
2021, Interior space Award, Japan Interior Designers' Association Award, Tokyo/Japn
2022, Encouragement Award, The Japan Institute of Architects Award Okinawa, Okinawa/Japan.
2024, iF Design Award, iF Design Award, Hannover/Germany.
2024, Bronze Prize, Kukan Design Award, Tokyo/Japan.
2024, Good Design Award, Good Design Award, Tokyo/Japan
2024, Bronze Prize, Japan Interior Designers' Association Award, Tokyo/Japn
PRESS APPEARANCES:
2021, "Hotel in Gujo", Shotenkenchiku, 88-89, December, Tokyo/Japan.
2022, "Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto", Shotenkenchiku, 154-157, August, Tokyo/Japan.
2023, "Itomachi Hotel 0", Shotenkenchiku, 74-79, August, Tokyo/Japan.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Japanese (Native)
English (Beginner)
COMPUTER LITERACY:
Adobe Illustrator, Intermediate.
Adobe Photoshop, Intermediate.
CLIENTELE:
2020, Uds, Designed a Restaurant and Bar.
2023, Advantec, Designed a Hotel.
2024, Kawasaki City, Designed a Park Center and Sumo wrestling Hall.
WEB SITE:
https://www.sdugout.jp/
PORTFOLIO URL:
https://www.instagram.com/dugoutllc_ikumawatase/
REGISTRATION DATE:
2024-09-27 04:49:28
COUNTRY/REGION:
Japan
ACCOUNT TYPE:
Professional
Awards received by Ikuma Watase
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Itomachi Hotel 0 Interior A' Design Award Winner for Interior Space and Exhibition Design Category in 2024 Ikuma Watase for Ikuma Watase |
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