About side by side architects

We side by side architects is a first-class architectural firm located in Shibuya, Tokyo.
We aim to design comfortable and easy-to-use spaces while at the same time contributing to the global environment, and through collaboration, we propose one and only spaces with unique value. 
<What is precious for us in designing spaces for people> 
Spaces should be comfortable, easy to use, and pleasant.
They should create better relationships between people, nature, cities, and society. 
<Indicators for contributing to the global environment> 
Consideration should be given to ensuring that the Earth is a place where future children can live with a  relief.
Everyone should be ensured safety. 
<What we do to create something unique> 
Dialogue and collaboration with many people involved.
Looking at diversity, discovering new value,  sharing it with others, and not being bound by conventional wisdom.

Recent projects by side by side architects

Ushimaru Restaurant

Extension&Renovation Chiba,Japan 2023

レストランウシマル 前景
サイドバイサイド一級建築士事務所
Restaurant Ushimaru Extension, designed by sidebyside architects
レストランウシマル ラウンジ
サイドバイサイド一級建築士事務所
Restaurant Ushimaru Lounge,  designed by side by side architects
Restaurant Ushimaru Extension, designed by sidebyside architects
レストランウシマルの屋根
A large roof,  Restaurant Ushimaru extension, designed by sidebyside architects
レストランウシマルの屋根のディテール
detail of the roof, Restaurant Ushimaru extension, designed by sidebyside architects
Restaurant Ushimaru's night interior view, designed by side by side architects
Building Type:  Restaurant
Structural System: Wood / Steel(Partial)
Number of Floors: 1 Story
Site Area: 793.44m²
Building Area: 229.91m²
Total Floor Area: 277.25m² (including Expansion area 84.24m²)
design collaboration with Axel Vansteenkiste Architecture

Ouidah Referral Hospital

Ouidah, Benin, Africa 2020
Ouidah Referral Hospital
Ouidah Referral hospital
Ouidah Referral hospital
Ouidah Referral hospital
Ouidah referral hospital
Ouidah referral hospital
Detail design finished
Type: Hospital
Structural System: Reinforced Concrete
Number of Floors: 2 Story
Total Floor Area: 9,100m²
Note : entrusted design by AET&Associates.

Where is side by side architects

303 Bijidens, 1-11-14, Sendagaya, Shibuya, Tokyo,151-0051

Who are side by side architects

Ayako Matsumiya,  co-founder

Registered Architect (senior), Japan 

Chiharu Moriyama,  co-founder

Registered Architect (senior), Japan