DRAFT

Basic Information

Stock Code
5070
Industry
Construction
Category Detail
Real Estate & Housing
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
April 2008
Listing Year
March 2020
Official Website
https://draft.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

DRAFT is a design company founded in 2008, with strengths in office space design as well as architecture and product development, and is a rapidly growing creative agency.

Current Situation

DRAFT, based in Tokyo, operates spatial design businesses domestically and internationally, with about 60% of its employees working as designers as of 2023. Sales are steadily expanding through a combination of design and BtoB construction businesses, attracting attention as a high-growth company typical of the Growth Market. In addition to designing offices and commercial facilities for major corporations, it is involved in large-scale public projects such as the Yokohama Timber Wharf scheduled to open in 2025, establishing a diverse business portfolio. It leverages strengths in both unique design capabilities in the design division and actual construction operations, with subsidiaries in Japan and abroad expanding into Asia and Europe. In recent years, it has focused on diversification including 3D production and product brands '201°' and 'DAFT about DRAFT'. While engaging in sustainability and regional contributions, it has accelerated sales growth since 2020, aiming to strengthen leadership in the spatial design field in the future.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • High ratio of design department employees, accounting for about 60%.
  • First Japanese design company to list on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market.
  • Rare company with 3D production subsidiaries overseas and engaged in international expansion.
  • Established Yasuki Yamashita Architecture Design Laboratory in-house for cutting-edge research.
  • Pioneering nationwide large office space designs.
  • Handling complex facilities in Yokohama Minatomirai, leading regional culture.
  • Product brand '201°' highly evaluated in the interior market.
  • Received numerous domestic and international design awards, high global recognition.
  • Signed top partner contract with Yokohama F. Marinos.
  • Achieved first brand exhibition at Milan Salone International Furniture Fair.

Hidden Connections

  • Deep ties with the sports world, including Yokohama F. Marinos.
  • Philippine subsidiary serves as key base for CG production in Asian market.
  • Yasuki Yamashita Architecture Design Laboratory functions as cutting-edge urban design research facility.
  • Strength in complex facility development centered on interior design and spatial planning.
  • 3D visualization technology supports competitive edge in architectural proposals.
  • Synergistic design capabilities in both commercial facilities and offices are characteristic.
  • Successful product expansion leveraging diverse distribution channels.
  • Overseas subsidiary expansions lead to growth in international design achievements.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expanding demand for office environment renewal domestically and internationally
  • Growth in sustainable architecture and spatial design markets
  • Advancement and普及 of 3D visualization technology
  • Increasing demand for public and commercial complex facility development
  • Expansion of product demand due to diversification of interior goods

Strategic Goals

  • Achieve top domestic market share in spatial design field
  • Reach 30% global sales ratio through overseas base expansion
  • Realize over 50% of architecture projects with sustainability certifications
  • Expand product brands in domestic and international markets
  • Promote commercialization of research成果 from Yasuki Yamashita Architecture Design Laboratory

Business Segments

Office Interior Planning, Design, and Construction

Overview
Provides integrated services from office design to construction for companies.
Competitiveness
Integrated project management led by designers
Customers
  • IT Companies
  • Manufacturing
  • Advertising Agencies
  • Financial Institutions
  • Public Institutions
Products
  • Office Design Plans
  • Construction Management
  • Spatial Consulting
  • 3D Visualization Production

Commercial Facilities and Store Design

Overview
Conducts planning and design for various commercial facilities with high design quality.
Competitiveness
Spatial expression that enhances brand value
Customers
  • Retail Chains
  • Restaurants
  • Shopping Mall Operators
  • Brand Companies
Products
  • Store Design
  • Interior Design
  • Spatial Displays
  • Brand Space Construction

Public Architecture and Urban Design

Overview
Handles design for local public facilities and urban projects.
Competitiveness
Implementation of cutting-edge urban environment design research
Customers
  • Local Governments
  • Public Organizations
  • Real Estate Developers
Products
  • Facility Design
  • Park Development Plans
  • Urban Design Projects

Interior and Furniture Product Development

Overview
Plans and designs original brands and OEM furniture.
Competitiveness
Product development linked to spatial design
Customers
  • Furniture Manufacturers
  • Interior Brands
Products
  • Furniture Design
  • Interior Accessories
  • Brand Product Planning

3D Visualization and CG Production

Overview
Expands high-quality 3D content production through domestic and international subsidiaries.
Competitiveness
Multi-language support and utilization of overseas production bases
Customers
  • Architectural Design Firms
  • Developers
  • Advertising Production Companies
Products
  • Architectural Perspectives
  • Spatial CG Video Production
  • Interactive Design

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Large number of designers on staff, excelling in design capabilities
  • Capable of handling everything from planning and design to construction
  • Subsidiaries in Japan and abroad enable global expansion
  • Extensive experience and successful track record in diverse projects
  • High reliability in regional and public sectors
  • Technological innovation through establishment of advanced design laboratory
  • Spatial staging that contributes to enhancing brand value
  • Capability to handle large projects such as complex facilities
  • Possesses 3D visualization technology
  • About 60% of employees are professional designers
  • Gradual expansion into overseas markets
  • Deployment of proprietary product brands
  • Corporate culture with high sustainability awareness
  • Partnerships with sports teams
  • High ability to propose innovative ideas in the industry

Competitive Advantages

  • Quality control through in-house completion from design to construction
  • Rich experience in spatial proposals to diverse industries
  • Early entry into overseas design markets and established track record
  • Comprehensive creative power transcending boundaries between art and architecture
  • Solid brand power by architect Yasuki Yamashita
  • Expansion of 3D production subsidiaries domestically and internationally as new business
  • Pioneering role in office design field
  • Strengths in public facilities such as large park designs
  • Flexible and prompt customer response
  • Technology proven by numerous awards across diverse categories
  • Trust and track record through collaboration with local communities
  • Synergy effects from brand product development and spatial design
  • Innovation promotion through Project Advancement Laboratory
  • Brand expansion via participation in domestic and international events
  • Market penetration through diverse distribution channels

Threats

  • Intensifying competition in construction industry leading to price decline pressure
  • Challenges in recruiting and developing designers due to labor shortage
  • Risk of slump in office demand due to pandemic
  • Impact of political and economic environment changes at overseas bases
  • Rising material and construction costs
  • Increased business costs due to stricter environmental regulations
  • Intensified competition from new design company entrants
  • Difficulty in maintaining proposal capabilities for diversifying customer needs
  • Need for rapid response to sustainable architecture
  • Risk from domestic economic fluctuations
  • Impact on sponsor activities from reduced sports and cultural events
  • Burden of catching up with rapid changes in digital technology

Innovations

2021: Establishment of Yasuki Yamashita Architecture Design Laboratory

Overview
Established an in-house research institute to strengthen promotion of advanced architecture and urban design.
Impact
Accelerates introduction of advanced technologies and acquisition of large projects.

2022: Establishment of Overseas Subsidiary for 3D Visualization

Overview
Established D-RAWRITE d.o.o. Beograd in Serbia to expand overseas production capabilities.
Impact
Improves production speed and cost competitiveness.

2023: DAFT about DRAFT Brand Launch

Overview
Launched high-quality interior brand and exhibited at Milan Salone.
Impact
Contributes to improving international brand recognition.

2024: Taiyo Ink Manufacturing Technology Development Center InnoValley Design

Overview
Handled design for the latest environmentally friendly office.
Impact
Demonstrates sustainable architecture technology and gains recognition.

2025: Yokohama Timber Wharf Large Complex Facility Design

Overview
Leading design of complex facility within Yokohama Minatomirai Waterfront Park.
Impact
Expected to greatly contribute to regional revitalization.

Sustainability

  • Promotion of office designs that reduce environmental impact
  • Promotion of using renewable resources
  • Expansion of collaboration activities with local communities
  • Architecture design based on international environmental standards
  • Active pursuit of sustainable architecture certifications