I have five years of experience working at my previous company. Working at JMA/PCPAJ, I get to enjoy working and communicating with different people involved in the projects. JMA/PCPAJ pursues architecture that is ideally suited to the location through engaging in ongoing dialogue with our clients and our associate companies. When I propose designs, I try to clarify what our plans will bring to the clients and the end-users. I never start with a vague statement such as “What about barrier-free design?” Instead, I would say, “Let’s make a place that can be used by everyone for a long time,” so that they can easily get the picture of the specific design effects.

Dialogue is valued in the office. Therefore, there is an open atmosphere within our team, which is not only advantageous but is essential to a smooth collaboration. When I was assigned a task in my third year with the company, I could be sure that my boss and senior colleagues would be there to support me and help me in case I had any problems. The president of the firm, executives and new employees can all speak frankly and inspire one another. In order to design buildings through users’ perspectives, we need various knowledge, experience, and skills. Therefore, dialogue among staff may be the most important thing. This is why we would like to work with people who have a broadly positive and optimistic outlook.