Jo Nagasaka designs a community-centric store infused with Osaka’s street-level energy

Reflecting Osaka’s urban layout—characterized by flat streets and a bike-friendly culture—the store’s exterior incorporates a bicycle parking area ingeniously integrated with flip-up window sashes, blurring the boundary between public and private spaces. - Kenta Hasegawa

The interior design concept is anchored by the idea of a 'third place', where the community can gather, linger and connect. - Kenta Hasegawa

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Design

Jo Nagasaka / Schemata Architects

Client

and wander

Floor Area

143.1 sq-m

Located in Osaka's vibrant Minami Semba district, And Wander’s latest flagship blends adaptability and community integration to create a dynamic space that reflects both the brand’s ethos and its urban surroundings.

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