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Shigeki Kumazawa wins Silver at the prestigious A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award with Catch The Wind Multi Unit Housing.

Shigeki Kumazawa's groundbreaking Architecture sets new standards for innovation and excellence, earning prestigious Silver A' Design Award recognition in the A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Competition.

In a significant acknowledgment of design excellence and innovation, it has been officially announced that “Catch The Wind Multi Unit Housing” by Shigeki Kumazawa has been distinguished with the silver award status at the prestigious A' Design Awards for the year 2025, in the highly competitive architecture, building and structure design category.

This distinction honors the remarkable design quality and innovative approach embodied in the creation. The Silver A' Design Award not only underscores the exceptional design and conceptual prowess of the Catch The Wind Multi Unit Housing but also emphasizes the influential role of Seiwa Corporation in elevating standards within the architecture domain.

The visionary behind “Catch The Wind Multi Unit Housing” Shigeki Kumazawa, has been acknowledged for their dedication to pushing the boundaries of design. A deeper look into their portfolio and philosophy can be found at their designer.org profile, showcasing a commitment to excellence and innovation.

To explore “Catch The Wind Multi Unit Housing” and its groundbreaking design features further, interested parties are invited to visit the design|newsroom where high resolution images, multimedia content, interviews and translations are available for the award-winning architecture.

About Catch The Wind Multi Unit Housing

Catch The Wind is a centrally located rental housing complex that integrates an innovative balcony design to enhance urban connection and airflow. Unlike traditional balconies, its three dimensional structure captures wind, circulating fresh air through chambers in the closet and bathroom ceilings to improve indoor air quality. This economical approach uses off the shelf materials, addressing post pandemic social and environmental needs by enhancing resident interaction with the outdoor environment.

About A' Design Awards

The A' Design Award & Competition, celebrated worldwide for honoring superior design, distinguishes itself through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by a panel of industry experts, journalists, and academics. The A' Design Award celebrates the diversity and innovation of designs across various categories. A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award honors outstanding design of skyscrapers, museums, residential buildings, commercial complexes, educational institutions, religious structures, infrastructure designs, landscaping projects and more.

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