Courtyard with water feature and paved garden surrounded by residential units
 
 
Seating area next to a wall of glass overlooking a densely planted courtyard
 
 
Interior seating nook with red armchairs overlooking outdoor garden
 
 
 
 

“Designed for the silver generation who seek an alternative to the traditional living arrangement with their offspring, Sun City Kobe Tower sets a new benchmark for high-end senior living.”

—Asih Jenie, D+A Magazine

 
 
 
Dusk view of Kobe tower with mountains in the distance
A view of an interior gathering space with a white screen ceiling and wooden finishes
 
View of a Japanese garden with rocks, trees and wooden screen walls of the building
 
 
Terraces on a multi family residential tower
 
Night view of the lounge with velvet seating and golden hanging lights
 
 
View of a small lecture hall, meeting space with wood floors and a slatted wood wall
 
 
View of a large communal breakfast room with a lounge and wooden walls
 
Modern communal gathering space with back lit shelves adorned with artful objects
 
 
Minimalist neutral living space with comfortable seating on tan carpet
 
 
A view of a high rise residential tower with balconies overlooking quiet city street
 
 
Water feature with boulder next to a hallway with walls of glass at dusk
 
 

KOBE TOWER
Kobe, Japan

Kobe was the first city and port in Japan to open to the Western world, in the late 18th century. As a result, you find a vibrant mix of venerable Japanese traditions intersecting with American jazz, and ancient temples juxtaposed with striking contemporary architecture. The design of this projects reflects this fortuitous mix, blending the cosmopolitanism of its setting and culture with lush gardens, gracious modern architecture and luxurious interior design.

Decidedly urban in setting (the buildings sit on an enviable site between the Rokko Mountains and Osaka Bay) the project is an oasis in the city, designed around lush gardens that embrace the change of season. The 35-story tower is pulled to the northwest corner of the site, enabling sun filled spaces throughout, and capturing the city, mountain, and water views.

 


PROJECT CREDITS

RICHARD BEARD ARCHITECTS
Design Architect

AAR INC.
Architect of Record

BAMO
Interior Designer

SWA GROUP
Landscape Architect

KAJIMA CORP.
Contractor

STEVE HALL
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