ABSTRACT

Following a development principle common to the whole Nagoya Station area, the design was planned to optimize the pedestrian network and spaces. As a result, the streets have a unified setback to the building walls, greenery was planted, and the sidewalks widened. In addition, cafés and retail stores are placed in front of the building to make the city come alive. An underground walkway is also featured, strategically planned with improvement of safety standards in mind.