Aoki Shinkin Bank Headquarters Building Entrance Hall
| address | Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture |
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| Completion date | June 2023 |
| scale | 140㎡ |
| Floor Capacity | 26 people |
| Main construction details | Layout design, interior design, furniture |
- The above information is at the time of completion.
It combines the 1970s construction period with modern design. The entrance to the headquarters of a financial institution that will be passed down to the next generation with a focus on contributing to sustainable local communities.
Affectionately known to the local community as "Aoshin," Aoki Shinkin Bank operates 37 branches in southern Saitama Prefecture and Adachi Ward, Tokyo. In 2023, the 75th anniversary of its founding, the bank carried out a complete renovation of the entrance floor of its headquarters building in Kawaguchi City, Saitama Prefecture. The concept was "NEXT Aoshin." By combining the building design at the time of completion with the latest office solutions, a new "face" for the bank was created as it looks to the future together with the local community.
Reception
Reception
The contrast between the pink-red travertine and the white artificial marble of the reception counter is striking. The lighting inside the counter has a dimmable function.
Waiting Space
Waiting Space
The wood-grain finish aluminum louvers create a warm atmosphere. The history panels displayed on the walls are highlighted with spotlights.
Waiting Space
Waiting Space
The waiting area and meeting area are clearly separated by floors, ceilings, and partitions. Dimmable LED lighting ensures a comfortable level of brightness at all times.
Business negotiation booth
Business negotiation booth
The rooms are separated by semi-transparent glass partitions that let light in. With thorough measures in place to prevent sound leakage, the space is easier to use and the occupancy rate has increased dramatically.
Business negotiation booth
Business negotiation booth
A booth for four people facing the street. The tile design that wraps around from the exterior wall to the interior maintains the solid feel of the original building. The partition wall between the two rooms is fitted with 31 pieces of hexagonal sound-absorbing material to further improve sound insulation.
Business negotiation/conference booth
Business negotiation/conference booth
This room can accommodate eight people and is also used for executive meetings. The vaulted ceiling and accent pendant lights create a special atmosphere. The task chairs are of high quality and carefully selected to prevent fatigue even when sitting for long periods of time.
Business negotiation booth
Business negotiation booth
A casual private room for small groups. Neutral colors are used to create a bright and calm atmosphere.
Open meeting seating
Open meeting seating
An open meeting area for short meetings. The walls are carefully finished with sand-like plaster material.
Elevator Hall
Elevator Hall
The history corner features a bronze statue of the company's founder and a newly created plaque displaying the company's management philosophy.
The bamboo-motif glass mosaic designed at the time of construction is combined with wall panels, and the indirect lighting creates a dramatic corner.
Exterior
Exterior
The brick-colored exterior tiles are made of the same material as the exterior walls of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum. Maintenance was carried out in conjunction with this renovation.
User's Voice
Aoki Shinkin Bank
Managing Director
Mr. Yuji Yoshikawa
This was our first time working with Itoki, but from the competition stage onwards, they introduced us to their head office and shared their image of the layout, and were sincere in their consideration of our bank's history and its position in the local community. During the design stage, they caused us a lot of trouble by adding various requests at each regular meeting, but they understood our needs well and responded quickly, so we looked forward to seeing what kind of proposals they would come up with each time.
We had a hard time coming up with a suitable location to install the bronze statue of our founder, so the suggestion to install it in the elevator hall was shockingly brilliant. We believe that the renovated entrance hall has improved the image of our bank and has become a friendly, welcoming place where people can easily drop in. We are very glad that we chose Itoki.
Comment
At the start, we were considering a soundproof booth, but after seeing the site, our sales representative, Mr. Uemura, commented, "It would be better if you redecorated the interior as well," and the project expanded significantly.
As a designer, the most important point about this project was not to replace everything with new ones, but to make use of the original interior materials, which are now valuable - stone, brick blocks, and custom-made glass blocks - and to create a harmonious, attractive, bright space.
We were able to work with the client to create the entrance space for "NEXT Aoshin" by visualizing the history and future, improving the sound environment and security, and providing detailed support.
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Designer
Naomi Nakagawa