Following the acclaimed debut of Palazzo Molteni in Milan, Molteni&C has officially inaugurated Palazzo Molteni Tokyo, a striking new flagship store in the heart of Minami Aoyama. Spanning over 1,000 square metres across four floors, the space is designed by Vincent Van Duysen, Molteni&C's Creative Director since 2016, and represents his first architectural project in Japan.
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Conceived as a sculptural and monolithic residence, the flagship 'has been conceived as a real house, where the façade follows the layout of the interiors and domestic environments,' explains Van Duysen. 'It is, without a doubt, a project that embodies Molteni's soul and DNA, and I am confident it will make a strong visual impact with its interplay of volumes, full-height windows, and terraces.'
The building features stacked, offset volumes punctuated by dark voids and metallic elements, creating a rhythmic, dynamic façade. Inside, the layout mirrors a journey through the Molteni&C lifestyle, beginning with a ground floor blending living and dining areas, highlighted by iconic pieces like the Augusto, Lucio, and Surf sofas and Hi-Line 6 kitchen.
Descending into the basement reveals a vibrant entertaining space anchored by the Ratio kitchen, while upstairs levels offer refined living and bedroom areas. Signature designs by Gio Ponti, Naoto Fukasawa, and Van Duysen himself are showcased throughout, including the award-winning D.154.2 armchair and Gliss Master wardrobe.
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A standout feature is the Molteni Apartment on the top floor, an exclusive 160m² residence accessed by private lift. This immersive space connects indoor and outdoor areas with effortless flow, featuring the VVD kitchen, Augusto sofa, and Gio Ponti's D.859.1 table, among others. 'We aimed to express something very geometric in terms of patterns and playfulness, yet using a very restrained and quiet architectural language,' notes Van Duysen.
The opening event welcomed Van Duysen, Giulia Molteni (Chief Marketing Officer), and Andrea Molteni (Vice President), underscoring the significance of this milestone in the brand's global expansion. Developed in collaboration with Arflex Japan Ltd., one of Japan's foremost design institutions, Palazzo Molteni Tokyo celebrates a cultural dialogue between Italian craftsmanship and Japanese sensibility.
Located at 5-16-10 Minami Aoyama, the store invites guests to explore an immersive, high-impact environment that champions Molteni&C's vision for modern, elegant living.
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Founded in 1934, Molteni&C is a global leader in contemporary furniture design, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and collaborations with world-renowned designers. The brand embodies the best of Italian design heritage while continually shaping the future of interior architecture.
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