Established in 2000, CASE-REAL is a studio based in Tokyo and Fukuoka, Japan, and led by designer Koichi Futatsumata, we works on interior, architecture and product projects. With creative ideas and technological studies based on each environment, objective and tasks given for each project CASE-REAL will seek for an essential solution to fit each atmosphere.

In our projects, there are no eccentric shapes or brand-new materials. We believe that each shape is naturally formed from the functions required for each space and the existing environment, and we believe in the creativity of the form of the space derived in this way. Also, many projects use universal materials, for example, wood, stone, plastering materials and tiles. Of course, we also use new materials when necessary, depending on the situation, but if there is no reason to dare to use such materials, we often select universal materials.

This results in a stable and sustainable space that is not affected by times or trends. Then, keeping in mind the goals that the client wants to achieve, we seek out materials and shapes that appreciate the environment and challenges of the location. And by controlling it thoroughly down to small details, we believe that we can create an innovative unique space result.

We also believe in the importance of harmony throughout the space. Each material, function and shape, lighting and other equipment, and even details, are not just one of them, but the relationship between them is what makes a space beautiful. It is, above all, a harmony that is established by including the atmosphere and philosophy of the client standing within that space. Otherwise, there is a possibility that the design will become one-sided and forced.

Our approach is very simple. But we believe it is important and beneficial to implement this philosophy consistently, no matter the place or time. This philosophy has remained unchanged as the studio’s basic approach for the past 20 years since its establishment, but we believe that it is an important value and approach that is both primitive and even more sought after today when spaces for a sustainable society that are not consumption-oriented are required.