Kobe Tower
Kobe, Japan
LUXURY LIVING FOR SENIORS This 35-story high-rise includes 483 independent living units and 98 skilled nursing units that are woven together with a rich mix of amenities and public spaces.
URBAN GARDENS Common areas on the ground level provide direct access to beautiful gardens and landscaped areas offering all residents opportunities for sun and a connection to nature. The location of the tower to the northwest side of the three-acre site enables the large sun-filled courtyard and perimeter gardens to also create a buffer from the adjoining streets.
LANTERN IN THE SKY The two top floors house dining and lounge spaces and provide access to amazing views while also giving an illuminated lantern landmark for the city of Kobe.
PROJECT INFORMATION
Client: Half Century More BAR Services: Architecture, Planning Site Area: 2.5 Acres Total Built Area: 508,000 gsf (approx. 79,000 sm) Number of Units: 470 Density: 224 du/ac Awards: Architecture & Design Award – International, Senior Housing News, 2017; Architecture & Design Award – CCRC, Senior Housing News, 2017; Published Project Award, AIA/Leading Age Design for Aging Review 12, 2013 Design Architect: BAR Architects & Interiors Architect of Record: Asai Architectural Research Interior Designer: BAMO Landscape: SWA Group Contractor: Kajima Corp. Photography: © Steve Hall, SWA
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