The 7th-floor common area of Parks Tower, an office building within Namba Parks, a landmark of Namba, was renovated and reopened on April 1, 2026, as "PARKS PATIO," an exclusive lounge and meeting room for employees. Designed as a "special backyard for workers" that echoes the lush green Parks Garden, it provides an environment that accommodates diverse ways of spending time, such as meetings, work, breaks, and changes of pace.
The 7th-floor common area of "Parks Tower," an office building within Namba Parks, a landmark of Namba, reopened on April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) as "PARKS PATIO," an exclusive lounge and meeting room for employees. The design concept was a "special backyard for workers" that resonates with the lush green Parks Garden, which is symbolic of Namba Parks. It is designed as a place for people to use daily, accommodating diverse ways of spending time, not only for meetings and work but also for breaks and changes of pace.
Through production processes involving office workers, art utilizing plants from the garden, and soundscapes incorporating ambient sounds from along the railway line, the aim is to enhance the overall value of the office building and improve the comfort of office workers, while incorporating a margin for mental and physical well-being amidst urban convenience.
Nomura Co., Ltd. was responsible for the design, planning, construction, art production, and event planning for office workers. The plan was to incorporate the organic scenery, light, and green fluctuations of Namba Parks into the interior, with sounds and artwork adding subtle changes to the space, creating diverse places where people can choose according to their mood and purpose.
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### LOUNGE➀
A lounge space like a backyard that incorporates pleasant light and green elements. It is a space that can be used for various scenes such as lunch or small group meetings.
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FAQ
What is the name of the employee-exclusive lounge and meeting room that opened on the 7th floor of Parks Tower in Namba Parks on April 1, 2026?
The lounge and meeting room is called "PARKS PATIO," which opened on April 1, 2026 as an employee‑exclusive space on the seventh floor of Parks Tower within the Namba Parks complex.
Which company was responsible for the design, planning, construction, art production, and event planning of the newly reopened PARKS PATIO area in Parks Tower?
Nomura Co., Ltd. handled the design, planning, construction, art production, and event planning for the PARKS PATIO area that reopened on the seventh floor of Parks Tower on April 1, 2026.
What design concept did the creators aim to achieve for PARKS PATIO, and how does it reflect the surrounding Parks Garden at Namba Parks?
The designers described PARKS PATIO as a “special backyard for workers,” aiming to echo the lush green Parks Garden by incorporating plant‑based artwork, pleasant lighting, and ambient railway sounds to foster mental and physical well‑being.
Which specific sensory elements, such as soundscapes and plant usage, are incorporated into PARKS PATIO to enhance employee comfort and well‑being?
PARKS PATIO integrates ambient railway line sounds into its soundscape and utilizes plants sourced from the nearby Parks Garden as artistic elements, providing both auditory and visual cues that support employee comfort and well‑being.
What are the intended daily uses for the LOUNGE➐ area within PARKS PATIO, and how does its design support activities such as lunch breaks or small group meetings?
LOUNGE➐ is designed as a backyard‑style space with pleasant light and green elements, enabling employees to hold lunch breaks, informal conversations, and small group meetings while enjoying a calming, nature‑inspired environment.