Yokohama Symphostage
Silver 2025

Yokohama Symphostage

by Ryosuke Okawa for OBAYASHI CORPORATION

This is a complex building with a total floor area of approx. 180,000m2 and connected to the pedestrian network, an infrastructure linking central Yokohama and its surrounding areas. The distinctive feature of this project is that it creates a multi-layered plaza space while utilizing the existing pedestrian space. The exterior design of the office area above the lower public area is multi-layered, providing a comfortable working environment. The hotel on the upper floors has become a city landmark, taking advantage of Yokohama's seaside location.

Questions & Answers

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1

What is the total floor area of the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building has a total floor area of 182,937.70 m2.

2

What is the site area of the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building has a site area of 20,620.58 m2.

3

How many floors above ground does the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building have?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building has 30 floors above ground.

4

What is the maximum height of the West Building of the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building has a maximum height of 158.633m for the West Building.

5

What is the maximum height of the East Building of the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building has a maximum height of 89.733m for the East Building.

6

What types of uses are included in the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building includes office, hotel, and store uses.

7

What sustainability certifications has the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building achieved?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building achieved BELS 5-star, ZEB Ready, and CASBEE Yokohama S-rank certifications.

8

What materials and structural systems are used in the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building uses steel construction with some composite columns and partially steel-framed reinforced concrete construction.

9

How is the multi-layered plaza integrated with the existing pedestrian network in the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building integrates its multi-layered plaza with the existing pedestrian network by revitalizing and interconnecting two key pedestrian axes linking the Minato Mirai district to surrounding areas.

10

What heating and cooling strategies are used to optimize seasonal comfort in the semi-outdoor spaces of the Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building?

Answer

Yokohama Symphostage Complex Building uses large glass roofs to adjust the environment of semi-outdoor spaces.

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