Carrot Company, founded in Osaka in 1988, has been engaged in the planning, manufacturing, and sales of bags and umbrellas. The new headquarters was conceived as an architectural embodiment of the company’s philosophy: not to follow fleeting trends, but to create timeless products that remain beloved over the years. The building is a steel structure with eight stories above ground, a total floor area of 4,150 square meters, and a maximum height of 35 meters, establishing a strong presence within the urban context.
The exterior design pursues universality beyond fashion, with the facade composed in strict accordance with the Golden Ratio (1:1.618). This proportional system imparts elegance, balance, and a timeless dignity. Light-colored granite, carefully chosen to resonate with the corporate identity, symbolizes continuous growth. The Golden Ratio is consistently applied not only to the facade, but also to the rhythm of interior joints and even the signage design, lending coherence and a serene order throughout the building. In this way, the project communicates enduring value to the cityscape.
The ground and second floors are connected by an open stair linking the showroom with the offices, encouraging integration of departments and fostering communication and innovation. The rooftop garden and wooden deck provide spaces for relaxation and community, enhancing both daily use and urban engagement.
Architectural details reinforce the identity: layered granite mullions emphasize verticality through shadow, while the Golden Ratio defines the composition of the entire elevation. At night, continuous lines of light illuminate the facade from the exterior landscape, creating depth and a grandeur distinct from its daytime presence. This project translates the company’s philosophy into spatial form, embodying geometric order and material precision to present a clear image of a “timeless enterprise” within the city.