A western restaurant and brewery in kanagawa prefecture, Japan, designed by local design studio Hiroshi Nakamura&NAP. The project uses local volcanic rock boulders and fir wood as a symbol of the region. The studio took into account the fact that Japanese culture, history, and life are surrounded by volcanoes and used them as a tourist attraction.
Therefore, Their decided to compose the space by materials that resemble volcanic eruption, eruption, such as fire, smoke, hot springs, volcanic rocks and moss growing on its porous surface, and a sacred tree over 300 years old standing along the road leading to Hakone Shrine. This large cedar fallen tree is placed in the center of the audience space to gently divide the large space.
This symbolic sacred tree has created a space where can feel the history of the region. This sacred tree is not just a symbol, but a structural pillar that receives a large roof load. It is a great pillar that supports and oversees the entire building.
- Architect: Hiroshi Nakamura&NAP
- Photos: Nacasa & Partners Inc.
- Words: Qianqian