This visitor’s center for the Japanese Embassy features a SKIF office space, 140 seat theater, information center and art gallery area. All of the finishes are emblematic of Japanese design. A striated bamboo floor runs the length of the reception and gallery where the windows are screened with traditional Japanese Shoji Screens. The entry has a tastefully illuminated rock garden, and origami like wall coverings. Natural stone security and reception desks have graining that is representative of both water and wood. An innovative sliding rail and mounting system allows for the gallery area to be flexible and effective. The focal point at the end of the long gallery is the raised platform and leather tufted doors that lead to the theater. The theater is embanked and provides a raised stage area for performances and lectures. A state of the art technology room provides projection, sound and audio/visual and lighting control for the space. Accessible restrooms feature Toto fixtures and rich finishes.
