okano dental clinic

**Openness and Reassurance** Creating a sense of openness is especially important in a dental clinic. In public-facing spaces such as hotel restaurants, open kitchens have become increasingly common because visibility can create a sense of trust and reassurance. In the same way, allowing patients to see the dentist and staff at work helps them feel more at ease. At the same time, this openness creates a positive sense of tension for the staff, helping them maintain focus and awareness throughout the day. The interior is based on a monochrome palette, with a magnetic wall in the children’s area for play. Japanese and Western elements are carefully balanced, while authentic materials were selected to develop greater character over time. The result is a design that blends naturally into the local community while retaining a distinctive edge.