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Yuji Y

@amagoromo

Interior Designer

Japan
Japanese, English
About me
I am an interior designer with extensive experience in hospitality and commercial space design in Japan, including restaurants, cafés, and healthcare facilities. My background as a Shinto priest and site supervisor allows me to blend Japanese spatial aesthetics with practical construction knowledge. I specialize in creating atmospheric environments through a deep understanding of light, materiality, and human flow.... Read more

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Work experience

Architects Inc

Full-time • 6 yrs

Interior Designer

Nov 2021 - Mar 20264 yrs 4 mos

【Job Responsibilities】 I was responsible for construction planning and schedule management as a site supervisor. Later, I transitioned into store design, where I handled a wide range of interior design projects, from roadside retail stores to commercial facilities. 【Key Achievements】 While some believe that designers should not be directly involved on-site, my one year of field experience has provided me with a strong understanding of detailing, cost control, and construction methods. This experience continues to inform my design work, enabling me to successfully deliver a variety of projects, including privately owned cafés, restaurants in commercial facilities, izakayas, and welfare facilities. 【Professional Development】 Through my work, I have developed the ability to design from both a practical on-site and conceptual perspective, which I consider one of my key strengths. In facility-related projects, I collaborate with specialists for HVAC and electrical systems, while independently producing drawings for plumbing and fire protection systems, as well as complete sets of plans including layouts and elevations. For remote construction projects, I have taken on a supervisory role, directing on-site managers and ensuring smooth project execution by leveraging my field experience.

Interior Designer

Mar 2020 - Nov 20211 yr 8 mos

Interior & Exterior Coordinator / Marketing Assistant Worked for a custom home builder, supporting both residential design coordination and marketing activities. Key responsibilities included: • Interior and exterior material coordination • Client meetings and specification selection • Cost estimation support • 3D visualization and rendering • Marketing materials and advertisement design • Presentation document preparation Starting with no prior experience in the construction industry, I developed a strong understanding of residential design and building processes through hands-on project involvement. By collaborating closely with clients, designers, and construction professionals, I gained valuable experience in balancing design intent, budget considerations, and construction feasibility. Alongside design coordination, I independently developed graphic design skills using Adobe Illustrator and created promotional materials for events and open-house exhibitions. This role helped establish my foundation in design coordination and strengthened my appreciation for the relationship between design concepts and practical execution.

Japanese Shinto Priest

Church • Full-time

Mar 2018 - Mar 20202 yrs

■ Responsibilities Provided hospitality and support to visitors (worshippers), including guidance, reception, and day-to-day shrine operations. Managed inventory and shrine-related materials, as well as maintenance of shrine-owned natural surroundings, including forested mountain areas. Supported the planning and execution of seasonal festivals and community events, often coordinating with local residents and stakeholders. ■ Key Experience This role required a highly attentive and situational approach to hospitality, as interactions differed from conventional customer service environments. Working closely with both visitors and the local community, I developed strong communication and coordination skills through continuous information sharing and collaboration. I learned to maintain awareness of both details and the overall situation, especially in complex, multi-task environments where timing, atmosphere, and human flow all needed to be considered simultaneously. ■ Why I left During my time at the shrine, I became increasingly interested in the elements that shape spatial atmosphere. Sacred spaces such as shrines and temples often create a distinct shift in perception the moment one enters them. Experiencing this daily made me want to explore how spatial design can influence human emotion and behavior, and led me to pursue a career in interior and spatial design.