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Enhancing Community Living: Real-Time Congestion Visualization in New Condominiums

In an exciting development for condominium living, the newly constructed "Crevia City Kobe Maiko Station" in the Tarumi Ward of Kobe, Japan, is set to introduce a groundbreaking real-time congestion visualization service. This innovative feature is the first of its kind to be implemented in a new residential project, thanks to a collaboration between major companies including Itochu Urban Development, NIPPO Corporation, Toray Construction, Total Estate, and TC Shinko Real Estate, with the technology provided by VACAN.)

Understanding the Service

The congestion visualization service utilizes an advanced AI platform developed by VACAN to monitor and relay the occupancy status of shared spaces within the condominium, including owner’s lounges, co-working spaces, and parking lots. This system captures still images every minute, providing residents with up-to-date information about congestion levels. Through a dedicated website accessible on smartphones or tablets, residents can now easily check the status of these communal areas without the need to visit them physically.

One of the key features of this service is the implementation of image blurring to protect individual privacy, ensuring that no personal identification can be made from the images displayed.

Key Features of the Service:

1. Real-Time Visualization: Residents can monitor the occupancy of community spaces via IP cameras set up throughout the property. This capability fosters better planning and usage of shared areas by allowing individuals to avoid busy times.
2. Privacy Protection: The images displayed on the public-facing webpage are modified for privacy, with individuals obscured using a blurring technique to meet legal standards for personal data protection.

Addressing Congestion Stress

In modern apartment living, the challenge of waiting times in shared spaces like co-working areas and parking lots can lead to frustration among residents. This newly introduced service aims to combat that stress by providing immediate access to congestion data. By allowing residents to manage their time better, it significantly enhances the overall experience of living in the condominium.

The project is designed to accommodate 356 units across four buildings, utilizing the ample space to create inviting community facilities where residents can enjoy a comfortable lifestyle.

Technical Overview of the System

The service infrastructure comprises CCTV cameras strategically placed in communal areas to gather and transmit real-time images. These images are then processed using VACAN's proprietary AI platform, "vCore," which analyzes and reformulates the information into easy-to-understand insights. Residents can view these updates through the "VACAN Pages" site, where images are refreshed every minute, offering convenience at their fingertips.

In order to ensure that images do not compromise individual privacy, applying the blurring effect on any recognizable features is a significant aspect of the service, aligning with data protection regulations.

About the Property

The Crevia City Kobe Maiko Station is not merely a new building; it represents an innovative approach to modern living. Constructed upon the historic site of the famous "Maiko Hotel," which had a legacy of over 100 years, this new condominium integrates history with modern conveniences. Conveniently located just a three-minute walk from the JR Kobe Line "Maiko" station, residents can enjoy stunning views of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, positioning the property both accessible and aesthetically pleasing.

It features 356 units ranging from 2LDK to 4LDK, with living spaces between approximately 56.83 m² and 108.21 m², including trunk room area. The sales launch is scheduled for late June 2025, with the building expected to be completed by late December 2026, and handover planned for late February 2027.

With the introduction of these modern conveniences, the Crevia City Kobe Maiko Station aims to not just be a place to live, but a vibrant community where the stress of daily life can be alleviated through thoughtful design and innovative technology.

Find out more about this remarkable development here.