Douraku-ann Portable na Silid-Tsaahan ni Tsukasa Kawahara and Tadayuki Yabuta

Ang disenyo na Douraku-ann Portable na Silid-Tsaahan ni Tsukasa Kawahara and Tadayuki Yabuta ay isang lubhang iginagalang na nagwagi ng napaka-prestihiyosong 2026 A' Design Award na Bakal sa Kategoryang Paligsahan na Disenyo ng Interyor na Espasyo at Eksibisyon.

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Douraku-ann Portable na Silid-Tsaahan

ni Tsukasa Kawahara and Tadayuki Yabuta

Kliyente: Portable Tea Room Douraku-ann

Nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal sa Kategoryang Interyor

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Ang Disenyo

Tungkol sa Douraku-ann Portable na Silid-Tsaahan

Ang Douraku-ann ay isang portable na silid-tsaahan na dinisenyo para sa pansamantalang paggamit sa iba't ibang kapaligiran. Ang planong may dalawang tatami ay sumusunod sa tradisyonal na mga prinsipyong espasyal ng Hapon sa loob ng maliit na sukat ng espasyo. Ang balangkas ay gawa sa lokal na sedar at sedar na plywood, na pinagdugtong gamit ang mga metal na connector unit para sa katatagan at magaan na timbang. Ang mga panel ng dingding ay gawa sa mga tirang piraso ng damong rush, ang materyal na ginagamit sa sahig na tatami. Ang pangunahing modyul ay may sukat na 2000 mm sa lapad, lalim at taas, at maaaring palakihin gamit ang karagdagang mga unit. Ang mga natitiklop na bahagi ay nagbibigay-daan sa pag-assemble nang walang mga kasangkapan, madaling transportasyon at paulit-ulit na muling paggamit.

Ang Pagkilala

Tungkol sa A' Design Award na Bakal

Ang Douraku-ann Portable na Silid-Tsaahan ay nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal, isang prestihiyosong pagkilalang iginagawad sa mga mahuhusay na disenyong tumutugon sa mga propesyonal at pang-industriyang kinakailangang inaasahan sa mga mahusay na pagkakadisenyong likha. Ang mga nagwagi ng Bakal ay nagpapakita ng dakilang husay, mataas na espesyalisasyon, dalubhasang pag-unawa at kakayahang malikhain ng kanilang mga lumikha. Inaasahang ang Douraku-ann Portable na Silid-Tsaahan ay isang lubos na pinahahalagahan, hinahangaan at minamahal na likhang praktikal at makabago. Ang disenyong ito na nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal ay nagsasama ng pinakamahuhusay na kasanayan ng industriya at may mahuhusay na katangiang teknikal na may kasamang kaalaman at talento. Ang Douraku-ann Portable na Silid-Tsaahan ay iginagalang dahil sa kaingatan nito at idinisenyo upang maghatid ng mga pagpapabuti sa kalidad ng buhay na tumutulong gawing mas mabuting lugar ang mundo.

Sa Likod ng Disenyo

Press Kit

Mga kredito, miyembro ng koponan at teknikal na detalye na ibinigay ng taga-disenyo.

Mga Natatanging Katangian: This project originated from the intention to reinterpret Japan’s environmentally mindful culture and the philosophy of mottainai in a socially meaningful way. By transforming leftover materials from furniture production into architectural components, the design preserves the aesthetics of traditional Japanese spaces while reducing waste and promoting sustainable practices. The two‑tatami tea room, known for its ability to create intimacy and cultural depth within a small footprint, serves as the conceptual foundation for this portable community space.
Douraku-ann demonstrates that meaningful social interaction does not require large or permanent architecture.
Its modular frame, foldable panels, and simple assembly with basic tools enable the structure to be transported,
reused, and installed repeatedly with minimal environmental burden. This mobility democratizes access to
Japanese spatial culture and encourages spontaneous gatherings in diverse environments.
By merging reclaimed materials with contemporary construction methods, the project proposes a sustainable model for community‑oriented architecture. It is both a continuation of cultural heritage and a forward‑looking vision for environmentally responsible spatial design—an intimate space that fosters human connection while minimizing ecological impact.
Mga Sukat at Packaging: Douraku-ann's structure is composed of pillars and beams crafted from domestic cedar and cedar plywood. The frame is assembled using REV metal joint units, ensuring high structural stability while maintaining a lightweight and highly portable form. Its basic module measures W2000mm x D2000mm x H2000mm + H300mm and can be expanded by adding additional units. The foldable, modular system allows for efficient packing, easy transportation, and flexible installation across diverse environments.

The wall panels are sustainable components made from off‑cuts of rush grass, the raw material used in traditional tatami flooring, further reinforcing the project's ecological ethos. Each element incorporates a contemporary aesthetic while utilizing environmentally responsible Japanese materials, resulting in a structure that harmonizes technical precision with cultural authenticity.
Mga Tag: Portable Tea Room, Dourakuann, Japanese Spatial Culture, Modular Architecture, Joint System, Sustainable Design, Reclaimed Wood, Community Formation, Small Public Space, Wabi Sabi, Hospitality Space, Mobile Architecture, Foldable Structure, Cultural Reinterpretation, Design Research, Spatial Intimacy, Pop up Space, Traditional and Contemporary, Human Interaction Design
Teknolohiya sa Produksyon: Douraku-ann is a portable Japanese style spatial unit constructed from recycled timber and an engineered assembly frame. The joint system was optimized to achieve strength and stability with minimal components allowing quick assembly.

Foldable elements combine portability with durability, enabling flexible modular configurations. Recycled timber from furniture production is refined through careful finishing enhancing sustainability. The project reinterprets the traditional two-tatami tea room in a contemporary form creating a culturally rich and environmentally conscious space.
Hamon sa Disenyo: The main challenge was achieving portability ease of assembly and structural durability while preserving the essence of the traditional tea room. Adapting a fixed delicate architectural form into a mobile structure required reinterpretation of its cultural values.

Constraints included safety regulations material selection and production feasibility. These were addressed through a modular joint system foldable components and repeated testing. The project demonstrates that traditional aesthetics and modern mobility can coexist and create new forms of social interaction.
Pananaliksik: This practice-based design research explores adapting the traditional Japanese tea room to contemporary lifestyles through the portable tea room Douraku-ann. The study investigates how compact spatial units influence community formation and interpersonal dialogue.

From 2012 to 2025 installations were conducted in diverse environments to collect qualitative data through observation interviews and analysis. Experiments with alternative materials examined adaptability.

Results show that even a minimal space can generate comfort and intimacy encouraging meaningful conversations among strangers. The study highlights how portability and traditional spatial principles can create new small public spaces and reshape social relationships.
Inspirasyon: Douraku-ann is a mobile collapsible tea room that can be deployed in virtually any environment, creating a refined traditional Japanese spatial experience. This compact structure embodies the aesthetics of Japanese beauty and the spirit of hospitality, offering an intimate setting with cultural depth. Crafted using reclaimed timber and off‑cuts from traditional materials, it also reflects an eco‑conscious approach rooted in the Japanese philosophy of valuing resources. Its mobility enables it to introduce an authentic Japanese atmosphere with elegance and precision. As a contemporary reinterpretation of historical communal spaces, it carries forward cultural lineage while evoking tranquility and the contemplative qualities of wabi‑sabi.
Tagal ng Proyekto: Douraku-ann was conceived by Tsukasa Kawahara and installed for a one-day event in Kyoto, Japan on March 12, 2023. The project demonstrated the qualities of modern Japanese architecture while emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation. It also included field studies to deepen its cultural and architectural relevance.
Daloy ng Operasyon: Douraku-ann creates an immediate Japanese atmosphere in any setting and adapts to various uses. It can function as a Japanese style room community hub conversation space tea ceremony area relaxation space or retreat depending on user needs.
The modular frame assembles without tools, and panels unfold to form a complete environment within minutes. Once installed, it naturally encourages calmness, dialogue and shared experiences. Its versatility allows users to shape the space freely, making it a platform for interaction and community building.
Mga Miyembro ng Koponan: Tsukasa Kawahara Chief Designer
Tadayuki Yabuta Designer
Kana Hashizume Designer
Koji Sakai Director
Ayumi Shima Collaborative Designer
Tomoyuki Kitatani Designer
Dourakuann Team
Mga Credit ng Larawan: Photo Basic Style Douraku-ann Seishi Maeda
Event Documentation Tadayuki Yabuta
Arrangement Style Yoshiaki Kita