Tokyo Architectural Design & Corporate Interior Firm
About:
van der Architects is a leading architectural design firm based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in creating exceptional spaces that deliver an "Authentic Experience of Space"—a new form of luxury. As expert corporate interior designers in Tokyo, we believe the workplace is a literal translation of company culture, which we address through our proprietary methodology: WorkVitamins.
Founder & Expertise:Founded in Tokyo in 2001 by Dutch architect Martin van der Linden. Martin brings a global perspective, having studied architecture in the Netherlands (Maastricht), Japan (Tokyo University), and the U.K. His notable experience includes working on landmark projects in Japan like the Kyoto Station and Umeda Sky Scraper (for Hiroshi Hara), and with Cesar Pelli's Tokyo office.
Our Approach - Space, Mobility & Sustainability:
Our philosophy centers on movement within space, creating an immersive architecture that offers constantly changing views through the manipulation of light, reflection, shadow, colour, and silence.
- LEED GOLD Certified: We are committed to sustainable design. Our work includes one of the few projects in Japan to be awarded LEED GOLD certification (for an international IT company).
- Contextual Sensitivity: While modern construction offers technological freedom, we reinforce the unique contextual elements of each location. Our goal is to create spaces that foster deep identification and connection for the users.
Corporate Design Methodology: WorkVitamins:
WorkVitamins is a methodology developed from research at Waseda University, Tokyo, to design effective work environments. We bridge the gap between what employees say they need and what they actually do, integrating a company’s business vision with its workplace identity.
Contact van der Architects in Tokyo to transform your commercial space into an authentic and luxurious experience.