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Naoya TOCHIO wins Silver at the prestigious A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award with Yuamu Hotel.

Naoya TOCHIO's groundbreaking Interior sets new standards for innovation and excellence, earning prestigious Silver 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 “Yuamu Hotel” by Naoya TOCHIO has been distinguished with the silver award status at the prestigious A' Design Awards for the year 2023, 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 Silver A' Design Award not only underscores the exceptional design and conceptual prowess of the Yuamu Hotel but also emphasizes the influential role of Yusen No Yado Yuamu in elevating standards within the interior domain.

The visionary behind “Yuamu Hotel” Naoya TOCHIO, 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 “Yuamu Hotel” 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 Yuamu Hotel

The plan is to convert the banquet hall of a ryokan into guest rooms. The guest rooms have high ceilings and varying floor heights. The small tatami area and sofas were connected to create an unprecedented Japanese modern style. The design theme of the restaurant Oriori was based on the hotel's name, weaving and folding. The transparency of the folds was changed according to function to achieve a comfortable feel. It features a corridor and dining space designed to look like the outside.

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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