a fragile confectionery store by Tadokoro Sekkei
Japan-based architectural studio Tadokoro Sekkei has rejuvenated a pastry store in Tokyo, implementing western aesthetics within the design. The workforce opted to create a gallery-like association with a wood body extruded in the direction of the road, inviting passersby to make a relaxation cease and browse the shop’s baked items.
This rectangular field juts out over its in any other case curved concrete constructing, with this juxtaposition including to the facade’s visibility reflecting it within the metropolis. Initially, this opening was working as a again door, however after the restoration, it was transformed into the shop’s most important entrance. Two giant stepping stones product of Inada type a nice entry path, positioned proper subsequent to a fantastic cherry tree that turns into a part of the design, and witnesses the change of the seasons. all photos by Satoshi Shigeta
a minimalistic but welcoming inside
The protagonists of the mission are the candy delicacies, standing out all through the minimalist area that has been stripped of extra components as a lot as attainable. Clothed in pure supplies, the inside by Tadokoro Sekkei (see extra right here) sees a muted monochromatic palette exuding a serene, welcoming ambiance.
Behind the oblong bar island, built-in cabinets illuminated with dimmed gentle show the ready confectionery, teasing prospects to have a chew. The top quality of the components is echoed within the thorough design language, which avoids additional ornament, letting the baked items steal the limelight.
a wood construction going through in the direction of the road invitations passersby to make a stopover and revel in some baked items 
a dimly lit inside unwinds the shoppers whereas ready to buy their favourite confectioneries 
the principle entrance of the pastry store was moved subsequent to the cherry tree 
a darkish bar island stands towards its in any other case monochromatic inside 
mission information:
title: Dolce Tacubo
architects: Tadokoro Sekkei
lead architect: Hiroki Tadokoro
location: Shibuya metropolis, Japan
space: 82 sqm
pictures: Satoshi Shigeta
christina petridou I designboom
nov 11, 2022
