Architects Yukiko Nagaya and Ai Yoshida Inspire at Frontier Session

Frontier Session Featuring Renowned Architects

On November 26, 2023, Frontier Consulting, located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, hosted an employee-focused seminar titled "Frontier Session." This event welcomed distinguished architects Yukiko Nagaya and Ai Yoshida as speakers, who delivered insightful talks centered around the theme "The Thought Trajectory of Renowned Architects."

During the session, Yukiko Nagaya and Ai Yoshida shared their professional journeys, emphasizing their work-life balance, creative thought processes, and visions for the future of the design industry. Their perspectives are particularly valuable to current and aspiring architects, as they represent a wealth of knowledge developed throughout their robust careers.

About the Speakers

Yukiko Nagaya

Yukiko Nagaya was born in 1975 in Tokyo. After joining Jun Aoki & Associates in 1998, she founded Yukiko Nagaya Architectural Design in 2002. Her portfolio includes impressive projects such as the LOUIS VUITTON Daimaru Kyoto store, the Japan pavilion for the Dubai International Expo, and JINS PARK in Maebashi, as well as significant contributions to notable events like the Osaka-Kansai Expo, where she designed the Women’s Pavilion and Panasonic Group Pavilion "Nomo no Kuni." More information about her work can be found at Yukiko Nagaya's Website.

Ai Yoshida

Ai Yoshida, born in Hiroshima in 1974, is the co-founder of SUPPOSE DESIGN OFFICE Co., Ltd. Her remarkable projects include ONOMICHI U2, NOT A HOTEL NASU, and the Shibuya District Interaction Plant Center among others. In 2023, Ai expanded her business horizons by launching the commercial facility "Nekoyamacho Building" in conjunction with moving the company headquarters in Hiroshima. Additionally, she commenced her ice cream venture called "yacone," showcasing her interdisciplinary approach to architecture and business. More details can be explored on her firm's website at SUPPOSE Design Office.

Insightful Discussions

The Frontier Session aimed to elevate employee perspectives by providing a platform for engaging with external experts. By actively encouraging participants to reflect and explore various themes, the seminar served to enhance insightful thinking, broaden horizons, and diversify viewpoints. This interactive approach facilitates a deeper understanding of the evolving dynamics within the workplace and promotes innovative thinking amongst employees.

About Frontier Consulting

Founded in February 2007 and led by President Kuniyuki Kawahara, Frontier Consulting operates with the motto "Creating a new work stage." The company emphasizes the organic connection between changing workplace environments and evolving work styles and communication opportunities. With a workforce of 405 employees as of January 2025, they maintain nine domestic offices across Japan and four international locations in Asia, including Shanghai and Hanoi. Frontier Consulting's commitment to workplace innovation is also reflected in their online media platform, "Worker’s Resort," which disseminates extensive information related to work environments and practices, aiming to create a vibrant community focused on the future of work.

For more information about the company, visit their website at Frontier Consulting.