Japanese designer Keiji Ashizawa works in collaboration with Danish design studio Norm Architects to showcase their latest work -- the Bellustar Tokyo Hotel. It is meant to channel a sense of nature as it rests in the midst of the busy Shinjuku district.
It is raised 200 meters above the ground in the city's Kabukicho tower, spreading from the 45th to the 47th floor. Ashizawa tells Dezeen that "I would say that it is the tallest hotel I have worked on, a quiet hotel in the sky of Shinjuku. Since there are no nearby buildings at this elevation, there was no need to be concerned about privacy, and it feels surreal that the views from all the windows are almost always spectacular."
Image Credit: Norm Architects
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Nature-inspired High-rise Hotels
- Opportunity for hotel chains to create unique and peaceful experiences that offer a respite from busy urban environments.
- Vertical Hospitality Spaces
- Opportunity for architects and designers to create innovative spaces that maximize city views and offer a unique experience for guests.
- Luxury Hotel Design Collaborations
- Opportunity for designers of different backgrounds and cultures to come together and create luxury spaces that offer a unique blend of styles.
Sectors Adopting This
- Hospitality
- The hospitality industry can leverage this trend by incorporating natural elements into hotel design and expanding into high-rise constructions.
- Architecture
- Opportunity for architects to work on unique projects that incorporate high-rise design principles while creating comfortable and livable spaces.
- Interior Design
- Opportunity for interior designers to create luxurious and unique spaces that evoke a tranquil and peaceful aesthetic while taking full advantage of the surrounding cityscape.
