Sanctuary of Time:
A Mountain Top Temple for Yamazaki 50
Year : 2024
Architectural Concept Design / Experiential Space / Spiritual Brand Installation
Inspired by : The aging process of Yamazaki 50 Year Old Single Malt whisky, traditional Japanese craftsmanship, and the serene essence of mountainous Japanese landscapes.
A remote, elevated sanctuary in the mist-covered peaks of Japan, designed as a spiritual and architectural tribute to the rare Yamazaki 50 Year Old whisky. The space honors time, silence, and craftsmanship through its integration with nature and minimalist yet sacred spatial gestures.
This project adopts a minimalist yet luxurious approach using native materials and sacred symbolism. The architecture is low, grounded, and respectful of its surroundings. It invites introspection and honors the concept of aging as a sacred process. The design fuses traditional Japanese aesthetics with refined modern gestures, creating a timeless sanctuary for reverence and reflection.
Mountain top location with panoramic views veiled in mist
Exterior architecture in dark weathered wood and smooth native stone Large panoramic windows integrating interior with nature
Hand-carved traditional Japanese wood motifs at the entrance
Interior palette of polished dark wood, paper lanterns, and natural stone Floating wooden shelves with subtle backlighting for bottle display
Glass display cases presenting Yamazaki bottles like sacred artifacts
Scent of Mizunara oak permeating the air
Integrated stone-lined water features echoing mountain springs Atmosphere of serenity, silence, and temporal reverence
Developed using MidJourney assisted AI.
This project is part of an independent design study developed purely for creative exploration. While it draws visual or conceptual inspiration from existing brands, it is not affiliated with or commissioned by them. The work is intended as a personal exercise in branding, spatial design, and architectural storytelling.
