08/02: Tokyo
Urasando Public Toilet
Designer: Marc Newson (Industrial designer, born in 1963. His work spans a wide range of fields, from everyday objects to jet planes. His clients include Apple, Hermès, and Nike, and his designs are held in major museum collections worldwide. He is based in London.)
This facility is built on a square plan of approximately 45 m². It is distinguished by a copper roof with curved Minoko detailing, executed by carpenters specializing in shrine and temple construction. The building’s rounded corners and seamless interior, finished in a uniform pale blue-green, create a sense of cohesion and calm. The design also accommodates the practical constraints of the site, including its proximity to a public bicycle parking area.