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Akitoshi Imafuku wins Bronze at the prestigious A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award with BE:SIDE CAFE AND BEAUTY.

Akitoshi Imafuku's groundbreaking Interior sets new standards for innovation and excellence, earning prestigious Bronze A' Design Award recognition in the A' Interior Space and Exhibition Design Competition.

In a significant acknowledgment of design excellence and innovation, it has been officially announced that “BE:SIDE CAFE AND BEAUTY” by Akitoshi Imafuku has been distinguished with the bronze award status at the prestigious A' Design Awards for the year 2021, in the highly competitive interior space and exhibition design category.

This distinction honors the remarkable design quality and innovative approach embodied in the creation. The Bronze A' Design Award not only underscores the exceptional design and conceptual prowess of the BE:SIDE CAFE AND BEAUTY but also emphasizes the influential role of Funabashiya in elevating standards within the interior domain.

The visionary behind “BE:SIDE CAFE AND BEAUTY” Akitoshi Imafuku, has been acknowledged for their dedication to pushing the boundaries of design. A deeper look into their portfolio and philosophy can be found at their designer.org profile, showcasing a commitment to excellence and innovation.

To explore “BE:SIDE CAFE AND BEAUTY” and its groundbreaking design features further, interested parties are invited to visit the design|newsroom where high resolution images, multimedia content, interviews and translations are available for the award-winning interior.

About BE:SIDE CAFE AND BEAUTY

For new challenge of Funabashiya which is with a long history since 1805 as arrowroot mochi store, the designers thought it is important to return to their own roots and cherish their long history, so, they adopted the iconic wisteria arbor of their flagship store to the design of the whole entrance. Not only this dynamic design of the entrance stands out in the quiet residence area in Aoyama and caught people, but it also functions as outside seating for their customers.

About A' Design Awards

The A' Design Award & Competition, celebrated worldwide for honoring superior design, distinguishes itself through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by a panel of industry experts, journalists, and academics. The A' Design Award celebrates the diversity and innovation of designs across various categories. A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award honors outstanding design of residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries, retail stores, showrooms, exhibition spaces and more.

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