Wataru Architects Renovates Kitaoka Group Headquarters with 50-Metre Skylight in Japan

Summary

Tokyo architecture studio Wataru Architects renovated the 40-year-old Kitaoka Group headquarters in Mima City, Japan, transforming it into an open, light-filled office space. The centerpiece of the renovation is a fifty-metre-long skylight that runs through the building's center, creating a strong connection to the surrounding landscape and local community. The redesign focuses on creating an inviting workspace that blends with its natural environment while serving the construction company's needs.