Projects International japan

Both of the founders of the firm had studied and practiced various design in U.S. and Japan for many years. As a result of their broad experiences in the two countries, we have been developed a special design process which enables to create unique designs.

Our design approach is not only to design interior & exterior spaces, but also to plan and design guest experiences in the spaces.

We pursue memorable, tasteful spaces and experiences beyond the beauty of forms, and provide fundamental design solutions which will not be faded out as times go by. This process is quite effective especially for hotels, resort and commercial developments.

As our design approach has been highly appreciated by many of our clients, we have been continuously awarded projects from same clients.

WORKS

ALL
Interior Design
Architectural Design
Landscape Design
Masterplan
Masterplan & Landscape Design

STAFF

Yoichi Kashino

Bachelor Degree, University of Tokyo (Architecture)
Registered Architect (First Class)
Master of Architecture, University of California, Berkeley

Professional Career

2000.11 to now: Chief Executive Officer: Projects International Japan

1998.10 to 2000.10: HELLMUTH, OBATA AND KASSABAUM, INC. （HQ: St. Louis, USA）

1994: Research & Development on “Form of Skyscrapers to Withstand High-Pressure Winds” (Patent obtained with the thesis)

1994.4 to 1996.4: Project Manager: Projects International, Inc. (Emeryville, CA, USA)

1990.9 to 1992.5: COLLEGE OF ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN,
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA,
BERKELEY, CA, USA –Master of Architecture

1986.4 to 1998.9: Architect: Architectural Design Division @ a general contractor

Masahiko Higane

Bachelor Degree, University of Kyoto (Architecture)
Registered Architect (First Class)
Registered Architect (1990 to 2006, State of Hawaii, USA)
AIA member from 1995 to 2008 (Discontinued)

Professional Career

2020.9 to now: Executive Adviser; Projects International Japan

2000.11 to 2020.8: Executive Officer; Projects International Japan

2000.1 to 2000.9: Senior Researcher: Land Development Division @ R&D firm

1997.9 to 1999.12: Project Manager/Assistant General Manager Ray Wilson Company (Pasadena, CA)

1990.1 to 1997.9: Project Manager: Projects International, Inc. (Honolulu HI & Emeryville, CA, USA)

1987.11 to 1990.1: Project Manager: Pan Pacific Construction(Honolulu, HI, USA)

1986.7 to 1987.10: Architect (Trainee): ＫＳＬＷ Associates & Architects (Long Beach, CA)

1985.4 – 1986.7: Architect (Trainee): Media Five Limited (Honolulu, HI)

1981.4 - 2000.9: Architect: Architectural Design Division & Oversea Division @ a general contractor

ABOUT

Company Name: Projects International japan,Inc.

Address: TWIZA Uehara101, 2-8-11 Uehara, Shibuya-ku Tokyo 151-0064

TEL: 81-(0)3-6804-7856

FAX: 81-(0)3-6804-7857

Founding: November 2000.

Main bank: YOKOHAMA BANK

CEO: Yoichi Kashino

Advisor: Masahiko Higane