Monday, February 26, 2024
Awards: OMO7 Osaka Wins “Excellent Greening” and “Architectural Signage and Art” Awards
OMO7 Osaka was honored with the “Excellent Greening” and “Architectural Signage and Art” Awards at the 42nd Osaka Machinami Awards, also known as the Osaka Cityscape Architecture Awards. The event, hosted by Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City, took place on December 22, 2023, with the awards presented at a ceremony on January 24, 2024.
The Osaka Machinami Awards recognize organizations contributing to beautiful, distinctive cityscapes through exceptional building construction and urban landscape maintenance. Since its establishment in 1981, this award has gained significant recognition and prestige.
Judges’ Comments on Excellent Greening Award:
The “Miya-green” project has transformed the landscape visible from the platforms of JR Shin-Imamiya Station with approximately 7,600 square meters of greenery. While the green space is only accessible to hotel guests, it enhances the scenery of the surrounding area, a rare sight in such a densely populated urban environment. The project features park elements like inclined pathways, wood decks, a central grass square, and roofed multi-functional spaces, adding layers to the allure of urban green spaces.
Judges’ Comments on Architectural Signage and Art Award:
OMO7’s 3D letter signage, strategically placed in a corner, serves as a backdrop for the Miya-green project and the hotel. This placement provides the best angle for visually appealing photos, especially for social media. Additionally, the building’s exterior, coated with membrane material, transforms into a media facade at night, featuring computer-controlled LED light shows. This integration is expected to make OMO7 a new tourist attraction in Osaka.
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