Structure

Abstract

Appropriate vertical gardening creates a more comfortable green space. [Solution] According to one aspect of the present invention, a structure for forming a green space inside an office is provided, comprising a support section, a ceiling section, and a green wall section, wherein each of the support sections extends vertically from the floor surface of the office and is arranged to surround an internal area from the periphery in which a green space can be defined; the ceiling section is connected to the support section and supported by the support section so as to cover the upper part of the internal area; the green wall section defines at least a portion of the side wall of the internal area by being attached to the support section; the green wall section comprises a first layer and a second layer, wherein the first layer is formed of a plate material fitted into a frame defined by the support section and the ceiling section; and the second layer is formed by arranging plant-like articles extending vertically from the floor surface of the office along the first layer.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a structure.

Background Art

[0002] Patent Document 1 discloses interior equipment that can freely arrange desks and chairs and partition the working space of workers without hindering communication between workers.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] By the way, there is still room for improvement in the technology for wall greening when forming a green space in a part of an office.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a structure for forming a green space inside an office, comprising a support part, a ceiling part, and a greening wall part. Each of the support parts extends along the vertical direction from the floor surface of the office and is arranged so as to surround an internal area that can define the green space from the surroundings. The ceiling part is connected to the support part and is supported by the support part so as to cover the upper part of the internal area. The greening wall part is attached to the support part to define at least a part of the side wall of the internal area. The greening wall part includes a first layer and a second layer. The first layer is formed of a plate material fitted into a frame defined by the support part and the ceiling part. The second layer is formed by arranging plant-like articles extending along the vertical direction from the floor surface of the office along the first layer.

[0006] With this configuration, a more comfortable green space can be created through appropriate vertical greening. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0007] [Figure 1] This is an overall perspective view showing an example of a structure installed inside an office. [Figure 2] This is a top perspective view of the structure shown in Figure 1. [Figure 3] This figure shows a top view of the structure shown in Figure 1. [Figure 4] This figure shows a front view of the structure shown in Figure 1. [Figure 5] This figure shows a side view of the structure shown in Figure 1. [Figure 6] Figure 1 is a perspective view showing an example of a green wall section 4a. [Figure 7] Figure 6 is a top view of the green wall section 4a. [Figure 8] This is a top view of the green wall section 4b. [Figure 9] Figure 4 is a front view showing an example of the configuration of the planting wall section. [Figure 10] Figure 9 shows a side view of the planting wall section. [Figure 11] Figure 1 is a front view showing an example of the configuration around screen 62. [Figure 12] This is a side view of Figure 11. [Figure 13] This is a front view of the structure 1 when the screen 62 shown in Figure 11 is stored in the storage section 63. [Figure 14] This diagram shows the configuration of the lighting unit 32 located in the ceiling section 3. [Figure 15] This is a plan view of the ceiling section 3 when viewed from the interior area R. [Figure 16] This figure shows an example of a planted wall section 5a, which is an example of a green wall section, and is illuminated by light from the lighting section 32. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0008] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. The various features shown in the embodiments below can be combined with each other.

[0009] 1. Example of the overall structure Figure 1 is an overall perspective view showing an example of a structure installed inside office 900. Figure 2 is an overhead perspective view of the structure shown in Figure 1. Figure 3 is a top view of the structure shown in Figure 1. Figure 4 is a front view of the structure shown in Figure 1. Figure 5 is a side view of the structure shown in Figure 1. The structure 1 according to this embodiment, shown in Figures 1 to 5, is, as an example, for creating a green space inside office 900. The specific form of office 900 is arbitrary, but here office 900 is assumed to be an indoor room with a floor 901 and a ceiling 902. As shown in Figures 1 to 5, the structure 1 comprises a plurality of support parts 2 and a ceiling part 3.

[0010] Each of the multiple support members 2 extends from the floor surface 901 of the office 900 along the vertical direction Z. Here, the vertical direction Z is the direction from the floor surface 901 toward the ceiling 902. For convenience of explanation, in each figure referenced herein, the vertical direction is defined as the direction parallel to the Z axis. In each figure, the two directions perpendicular to the vertical direction are defined as the left-right direction parallel to the X axis and the front-back direction parallel to the Y axis, respectively. Therefore, in this specification, the vertical direction is denoted as the vertical direction Z, and the left-right and front-back directions perpendicular to the vertical direction are denoted as the left-right direction X and the front-back direction Y, respectively. The vertical direction Z defines the direction perpendicular to the floor surface 901, and the left-right direction X and the front-back direction Y define the in-plane directions parallel to the floor surface 901, respectively.

[0011] The shape of the support part 2 is arbitrary. For example, it is columnar and extends in the vertical direction Z, and may include a lower end part 2a and an upper end part 2b as two end parts in the vertical direction Z. The lower end part 2a is in direct or indirect contact with the floor surface 901. The upper end part 2b is located opposite to the lower end part 2a in the vertical direction Z. The length of the support part 2 in the vertical direction Z (in other words, the distance between the lower end part 2a and the upper end part 2b) is arbitrary, but it is preferably the extent that the upper end part 2b does not contact the ceiling 902 of the office 900.

[0012] The support part 2 can be configured to be separable from the floor surface 901 of the office 900. According to such a configuration, the degree of freedom in installing the structure can be increased. Being separable means that the lower end part 2a of the support part 2 can be non-destructively separated from the floor surface 901, and it does not matter whether the support part 2 can be manually moved in the state of contacting the floor surface 901. For example, the lower end part 2a of the support part 2 is not fixed to the floor surface 901 by bolts or the like, and thus the structure 1 is configured to be movable or removable from the floor surface 901 non-destructively.

[0013] Also, each of the plurality of support parts 2 is arranged so as to surround an internal region R that can define a greening space from the surroundings. The positional relationship of the support parts 2 can be arbitrarily set according to the space of the office 900, the shape of the desired greening space, etc. For example, the support parts 2 are arranged so as to partition a rectangular region when the structure 1 is viewed from above. The support part 2 has a wood grain-like appearance. According to such a configuration, the affinity of the entire greening space can be further enhanced. For example, the support part 2 may be formed of wood or may be one with a wood grain-like exterior attached to a base material such as a steel frame. In the present embodiment, the plurality of support parts 2 include four corner support parts 21a to 21d and eight intermediate support parts 22a to 22h.

[0014] As an example, each of the corner support portions 21a to 21d is arranged at the positions of the four vertices of the rectangle partitioned with respect to the office 900. The corner support portion 21b is arranged at a distance in the left - right direction X from the corner support portion 21a. The corner support portion 21c is arranged at a distance in the front - rear direction Y from the corner support portion 21a. The corner support portion 21d is arranged at a distance in the front - rear direction Y from the corner support portion 21b and at a distance in the left - right direction X from the corner support portion 21c.

[0015] Particularly, as shown in FIG. 3, each of the intermediate support portions 22a to 22h is arranged at positions corresponding to the four sides of the rectangle whose vertices are defined by the corner support portions 21a to 21d. For example, the intermediate support portions 22a and 22b are arranged between the two corner support portions 21a and 21b. The intermediate support portions 22c and 22d are arranged between the two corner support portions 21a and 21c. The intermediate support portions 22e and 22f are arranged between the two corner support portions 21b and 21d. The intermediate support portions 22g and 22h are arranged between the two corner support portions 21c and 21d. A gap is provided between these corner support portions 21a to 21d and intermediate support portions 22a to 22h, and a wall surface can be formed by fitting a plate material or the like. In this case, among the corner support portions 21a to 21d and the intermediate support portions 22a to 22h, the portion surrounding the plate material or the like on which the wall surface is formed forms a frame body on the wall surface. Thus, the support portion 2 is arranged so as to surround the internal region R that can define the greening space from the periphery.

[0016] The ceiling portion 3 is a member that defines the ceiling of the greening space. The ceiling portion 3 is arranged so as to be separated from the floor surface 901 in the vertical direction Z by being connected to the support portion 2. For example, the ceiling portion 3 includes a beam portion 31 and a plurality of lighting portions 32.

[0017] The beam section 31 is connected to the support section 2 (for example, the upper end 2b). Specifically, the beam section 31 connects the respective upper end 2b of the support section 2 to each other. In this way, the beam section 31 defines a ceiling surface 31a defined by a first ceiling direction D1 and a second ceiling direction D2 intersecting the first ceiling direction D1. In this embodiment, the ceiling surface 31a is a rectangular planar area parallel to the floor surface 901, with its four corners defined by corner support sections 21a to 21d, the first ceiling direction D1 being parallel to the left-right direction X, and the second ceiling direction D2 being parallel to the front-back direction Y. In this way, the support section 2 and the ceiling section 3 (particularly the beam section 31) define a rectangular internal area R in a corner of the interior of the office 900. Thus, the ceiling section 3 (specifically the beam section 31) is supported by the support section 2 so as to cover the upper part of the internal area R. Similar to the support section 2, the beam section 31 may have a wood-grain appearance.

[0018] Each of the multiple lighting units 32 is connected to an illumination position on the beam 31 and configured to emit light from that illumination position in a predetermined illumination direction. The lighting unit 32 may include a first lighting unit 32a whose illumination position can be adjusted along a first ceiling direction D1, and a second lighting unit 32b whose illumination position can be adjusted along a second ceiling direction D2. With such a configuration, the position of the lighting unit 32 can be adjusted to produce natural light suitable for the greening method in the green space. Therefore, a more comfortable green space can be provided.

[0019] As the lighting unit 32, any lighting device having a certain degree of directionality toward the direction of irradiation can be used, but from the viewpoint of visual effect, a spotlight or the like is preferable. Furthermore, from the viewpoint of visual effect of light according to the time of day and adjustment of the plant growth environment, it is preferable that the lighting unit 32 is configured so that the intensity or spectrum of the irradiated light can be controlled from the outside. The electrical path for supplying power to the lighting unit 32 can be configured, for example, by routing power lines (not shown) built into the beam section 31. Each of the lighting units 32 is configured so that the direction of irradiation can be adjusted while connected to the beam section 31. With such a configuration, it is possible to provide a structure that can easily produce natural light more suitable for the greening method. For example, each of the multiple lighting units 32 may be configured so as to be rotatable about the vertical direction Z as the axis of rotation, or it may be configured so that the elevation angle θ (see especially Figure 4) with respect to the vertical direction Z can be changed. The elevation angle θ is defined, for example, so as to be zero when the direction of irradiation is parallel to a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction Z. Furthermore, it is preferable that at least one of the lighting units 32 is configured to irradiate light toward the ceiling surface 31a. With this configuration, the indirect lighting effect creates light that is closer to natural light in the green space, and by bringing shadows to the plants, it is possible to create a tranquil atmosphere reminiscent of sunlight filtering through trees.

[0020] Thus, office supplies such as chairs 910 and desks 911 are placed in the interior area R partitioned from the office 900 formed by the support section 2 and the ceiling section 3. Plants may be placed on the desks 911, for example, to promote greening.

[0021] A frame is formed by two support parts 2 and a ceiling part 3 connecting the upper ends 2b of the two support parts 2, and a frame that communicates with the internal region R is formed, and side walls can be formed by arranging members inside or around the frame. On the other hand, if no such members are arranged, the frame can form openings. The structure 1 of this embodiment has a total of four openings H1 to H4, one each in the front, back, left, and right directions, by forming green wall parts 4a, 4b, 5a, and 5b at the four corners of these openings H.

[0022] For the sake of explanation, the green wall sections 5a and 5b will be referred to as planting wall sections 5a and 5b to distinguish them from the green wall sections 4a and 4b. In this embodiment, green wall section 4a is formed using corner support section 21a and intermediate support sections 22a and 22c. Green wall section 4b is formed using corner support section 21b and intermediate support section 22b. Planting wall section 5a is formed using corner support section 21c and intermediate support section 22g. Planting wall section 5b is formed using corner support section 21d and intermediate support section 22h. Thus, green wall sections 4a and 4b (and planting wall sections 5a and 5b) can be formed at least one corner of the support section 2. With this configuration, it is possible to provide a green space that is easier for users to move around in. Examples of the configurations of these wall sections 4a, 4b, 5a, and 5b will be described later.

[0023] Opening H1 is formed between intermediate support sections 22a and 22b. Opening H2 is formed between corner support section 21c and intermediate support section 22c via intermediate support section 22d. Opening H3 is formed between corner support section 21d and intermediate support section 22f via intermediate support section 22f. Opening H4 is formed between intermediate support sections 22g and 22h. Accordingly, structure 1 comprises four side walls adjacent to the openings H1 to H4. Openings H1 to H4 are configured to allow a user to enter and exit the internal area R, and to allow a user to pass from one opening to another.

[0024] Furthermore, structure 1 may include a screen 62 on which an image can be projected using a projector 61 located in the internal area R, and a storage section 63 capable of housing the screen 62. Opening H4, one of the multiple openings H1 to H4, is configured to be openable and closable depending on how the screen 62 is stored in the storage section 63. With such a configuration, a highly convenient space can be formed in a part of the office 900. These details will also be described later.

[0025] 2. Example configuration around the internal region R Next, we will explain an example of the configuration around the internal region R defined by the support portion 2, based on the specific configurations of the green wall portions 4a, 4b, 5a, and 5b.

[0026] 2.1. Example of the configuration of the green wall section 4a First, let's explain an example of the configuration of the green wall section 4a.

[0027] Figure 6 is a perspective view showing an example of the green wall section 4a shown in Figure 1. Figure 7 is a top view of the green wall section 4a shown in Figure 6. As shown in Figures 6 and 7, the green wall section 4a is attached to the support section 2 to define at least a portion of the side wall of the internal region R. Each of the green wall sections 4a comprises a first layer L1a and a second layer L2a.

[0028] The first layer L1a is formed by plate materials 41 fitted into the openings between the corner support portion 21a and the intermediate support portion 22a, and between the corner support portion 21a and the intermediate support portion 22c. For example, the first layer L1a of the green wall portion 4a is formed by fitting plate materials 41 into two inverted U-shaped frames defined by the corner support portion 21a and two intermediate support portions 22a and 22c adjacent to the corner support portion 21a. This forms the green wall portion 4a in an L-shape when viewed from above in the vertical direction Z. The specific configuration of the plate material 41 of the green wall portion 4a is arbitrary, but for example, it may be made of glass or acrylic plate with shatterproof treatment. The plate material 41 may have a transparent area that allows the internal area R to be seen from the outside. With such a configuration, the sense of openness of the green space is enhanced, and it becomes easier to determine from the outside whether the green space is in use or not. In this embodiment, the plate material 41 is a transparent glass plate that has undergone surface treatment such as attaching a film, and is formed so that the entire plate is transparent. It is sufficient that the plate material 41 has at least a portion of its surface that is transparent.

[0029] Because the panel material 41 has a transparent area, the green space feels larger to users staying in the interior area R, thus reducing the feeling of confinement during their stay. From another perspective, since the plants Pl1 are visible from the outside, a psychological relaxation effect can be added to the office 900, not just the interior area R. From yet another perspective, since the green of the green space is located in the middle of the visible light spectrum, it is less strenuous on the eyes. Therefore, the stress on the eyes when viewing the panel material 41 of the green wall sections 4a and 4b can be reduced. From yet another perspective, since plant-like items such as plants Pl1 are arranged along the transparent panel material 41, it is possible to provide green wall sections 4a and 4b that are easier to write on compared to when they are simply transparent.

[0030] The first layer L1a is configured to accept operations by a user located in the internal region R to write information IF1 or to remove said information IF1. This configuration improves the convenience for users when conducting discussions or deliberations within the green space. The operation to write information IF1 can be performed, for example, by directly writing characters or symbols on the board material 41 with a pen or marker. The operation to remove information IF1 is, for example, a wiping operation using a so-called whiteboard eraser to remove characters or symbols written on the board material 41. In other words, the board material 41 can function as a so-called whiteboard. The board material 41 may also function as an electronic whiteboard.

[0031] The second layer L2a is formed by arranging plant-like objects extending vertically Z from the floor surface 901 along the first layer L1a (for example, a board material 41). With this configuration, a more comfortable green space can be formed through appropriate wall greening. For example, the second layer L2a is formed by arranging a plurality of planters 42 on the floor surface 901 along the first layer L1a. Each of the plurality of planters 42 is provided with a plant-like object. With this configuration, it is possible to form a green space more freely. Hereinafter, for the sake of explanation, the planters 42 installed on the floor surface 901 will be referred to as installed planters 42. The plant-like objects installed in the installed planters 42 may be so-called plant imitations, but are preferably plants Pl1. The plants Pl1 are formed to extend vertically Z. The height of the plants Pl1 from the floor surface 901 is arbitrary, for example, as long as the user can access the writing area of ​​information IF1 in the first layer L1a.

[0032] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the second layer L2a is positioned at least on the floor surface 901, separate from the first layer L1a. Specifically, the second layer L2a may be positioned inside the first layer L1a in the internal region R. With such a configuration, the internal region R can be made to appear as a more green space. In this embodiment, the planters 42 are arranged in a single row along the board material 41, inside the internal region R defined by the support part 2, and inside the support part 2 and the board material 41. As a result of the plants Pl1 planted in the planters 42 growing in the vertical direction Z, they may come into contact with the board material 41 except at their roots. As a result of the plants Pl1 extending from the planters 42 growing in the vertical direction Z, they may extend towards the board material 41 from their own weight or the like during their growth. As a result, the board material 41 can support the plants Pl1 while restricting the plants Pl1 from growing haphazardly outward from the internal region R. The number of rows of planters 42 is arbitrary; it may be one row or more.

[0033] In this embodiment, two openings H1 and H2 are formed on both sides of the green wall section 4a. In other words, the green wall section 4a is formed between the first opening H1 and the second opening H2. This configuration makes it easier for users to access the green space. Specifically, users can pass through the openings H1 and H2 through the area of ​​the internal region R that is defined inside the green wall section 4a. In other words, the planters 42 and plants Pl1 that form the second layer L2a are arranged so as not to obstruct the path from opening H1 to opening H2.

[0034] 2.2. Example of the configuration of the green wall section 4b Next, an example of the configuration of the green wall section 4b will be described. The green wall section 4b is also another example of the green wall section 4a described above. Therefore, among the elements of the green wall section 4b, the elements that are common with the green wall section 4a will not be explained. Figure 8 is a top view of the green wall section 4b. As shown in Figure 8, the green wall section 4b is not formed in an L-shape using multiple plate materials 41 like the green wall section 4a, but is defined linearly using one plate material 41. Specifically, the green wall section 4b comprises a first layer L1b formed by fitting a plate material 41 into a frame formed by corner support parts 21b and intermediate support parts 22b, and a second layer L2b formed by installation planters 42 arranged in the internal region R along the first layer L1b. The green wall section 4b is provided between the opening H1 defined between the intermediate support sections 22a and 22b and the opening H3 defined between the corner support section 21b and the intermediate support section 22e. Thus, the second layer L2b may be provided so as to be exposed to the opening H3.

[0035] 2.3. Examples of the composition of planting wall sections 5a and 5b Next, an example of the configuration of the planting wall sections 5a and 5b will be described. For example, as shown in Figure 4, the planting wall sections 5a and 5b of the opening H4 define at least a portion of the side wall of the interior area R, similar to the greening wall sections 4a and 4b described above, and are decorated with plant-like objects. Each of the planting wall sections 5a and 5b is fitted into a frame defined by a corner support section 21c and an intermediate support section 22g, and a frame defined by a corner support section 21d and an intermediate support section 22h, respectively. This makes it possible to clearly indicate the entrance and exit to the interior area R to the user. In addition, the planting wall sections 5a and 5b can be arranged adjacent to the opening H4 where the screen 62 is provided. With such a configuration, comfort when entering and exiting the green space can be enhanced. Note that the opening in which the planting wall sections 5a and 5b are provided is not limited to the opening H4.

[0036] Figure 9 is a front view showing an example of the configuration of the planting wall shown in Figure 4. Figure 10 is a side view of the planting wall shown in Figure 9. As shown in Figures 9 and 10, each of the planting wall sections 5a and 5b comprises an opaque wall surface 51 and at least one planter 52. Hereinafter, for convenience of distinguishing it from the above-mentioned installed planter 42, the planter 52 will be referred to as the wall planter 52.

[0037] The wall surface 51 defines at least a portion of the side wall of the internal region R by being attached to the support parts 2 (more specifically, multiple support parts 2) such that a portion of the support parts 2 forms the outer frame. The wall surface 51 includes a first region R1 adjacent to the floor surface 901 and a second region R2 adjacent to the first region R1 in the vertical direction Z. The second region R2 is defined to include a position corresponding to the eye level of a user standing above the floor surface 901 in the internal region R. At least the second region R2 of the wall surface 51 is formed opaque. In this embodiment, the wall surface 51 is formed of an opaque plate material fitted into the frame. Here, the position corresponding to the eye level of the user may be defined based on the average height in the area where the structure 1 is used.

[0038] The wall surface 51 is configured to allow cleaning of deposits derived from plant Pl2 using cleaning agents such as ethanol and surfactants.

[0039] Each of the wall-mounted planters 52 is configured to allow planting of plants Pl2 and is placed in the second area R2 on the wall surface 51. With this configuration, even users with little knowledge of green design can easily create a comfortable green space by planting plants in the planters on the planting wall. Each of the wall-mounted planters 52a, 52b, and 52c is configured to extend along the left-right direction X perpendicular to the vertical direction Z, and is placed with a gap between them in the vertical direction Z. With this configuration, even users with little knowledge of green design can visually understand where to place plants to create a well-designed green space. In particular, placing them with a gap in the vertical direction Z makes maintenance such as pruning and watering of the plants Pl2 easier.

[0040] The specific shape of the wall planter 52 is arbitrary, but in this embodiment, it is a horizontally elongated planter that extends along the in-plane directions X,Y (more specifically the left-right direction X) perpendicular to the vertical direction Z. Each of the wall planters 52 has an inclined surface 521 that moves away from the wall surface 51 in the front-back direction Y as it extends upward along the vertical direction Z. This enhances the design while improving the ease of planting at high places. The inclined surface 521 is configured to have a constant slope, but the slope may change along the way, for example, it may be configured to have a curved slope. Note that each of the wall planters 52a, 52b, and 52c is not limited to being formed by a single planter, but may be formed by an arrangement of multiple planters. Also, the sides of the wall planter 52 may also be inclined in the same way as the inclined surface 521. With such a configuration, planting plants Pl2 at high places can be made easier.

[0041] In this embodiment, at least one planter 52 includes a plurality of three wall planters 52a, 52b, and 52c. The three wall planters 52a, 52b, and 52c are spaced apart in the vertical direction Z, with the middle wall planter 52b positioned between the uppermost wall planter 52a and the lowermost wall planter 52c. One of the plurality of wall planters, wall planter 52c, extends over the second region R2 so as to define the boundary B between the first region R1 and the second region R2. With this configuration, even users with little knowledge of green design can visually grasp where to place plants to create a highly designed green space. For example, it is preferable that the wall planter 52c is lower than the user's eye level. The ratio d2 / d1 of the length d2 from the floor surface 901 to the bottom end of the wall planter 52c to the total length of the wall surface 51 in the vertical direction Z (in other words, the height d1 of the wall surface 51) is specifically, for example, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.7, or 0.8, and may be within the range of any two of the values ​​exemplified here. Particularly from the viewpoint of design, the ratio d2 / d1 is preferably between 0.4 and 0.7.

[0042] Unlike the greening wall sections 4a and 4b described above, the planting wall sections 5a and 5b can be constructed to be opaque. Furthermore, it is preferable that the wall surface 51 of the planting wall sections 5a and 5b has a color of the same hue as the plants planted in the wall planters 52. With such a configuration, even users with little knowledge of greening design can create a highly designed green space by simply installing plants P12, as the plant-colored planting wall section will blend in with the plants, creating an overall forest-like atmosphere. In this embodiment, since plants generally have green leaves, the wall surface 51 of the planting wall sections 5a and 5b is formed from a dark green board material that is the same hue as the leaves. It is preferable that the color of the wall surface 51 is darker than the color of the plants P12. This allows the outline of the plants P12 to be emphasized within an appropriate range. From another point of view, by making the color scheme of the wall surface 51 the same hue as the plants P12, the amount of plants required for wall greening can be reduced.

[0043] In this embodiment, the planting wall sections 5a and 5b are arranged adjacent to the screen 62, as described above. Furthermore, the planting wall sections 5a and 5b may be configured to accept operations by users staying in the internal area R to write information IF2 or to remove said information IF2, similar to the greening wall sections 4a and 4b described above. With such a configuration, while discussions are conducted based on the projected image, the content of the discussion can be summarized on the greening wall section while being aware of the green space, thus providing a more convenient space. From another perspective, since the greening wall sections 4a and 4b and the planting wall sections 5a and 5b function as so-called whiteboards, the possibility of the landscape being spoiled by installing conventional whiteboards that do not blend well with the green space can be reduced. From another perspective, this configuration can eliminate problems such as the space in the internal area R being compressed by installing a separate whiteboard in the green space, and the need to secure a place to store the installed whiteboard.

[0044] The planting wall sections 5a and 5b may further include a middle planter 53 and a lower planter 54. The middle planter 53 and the lower planter 54 are configured to allow planting of a plant Pl3 as an example of a plant-like object. The middle planter 53 and the lower planter 54 may be configured to be installed on the floor surface 901, similar to the installation planter 42 described above. The middle planter 53 and the lower planter 54 are positioned in front of the wall surface 51, such that they are included in the second region R2 when the wall surface 51 is viewed from the front and back. The height of the middle planter 53 in the vertical direction Z is preferably at least twice the height of the lower planter 54. It is also preferable that the height of the middle planter 53 is such that there is a gap between it and the wall planter 52c. For example, the ratio d3 / d1 of the height d3 of the middle planter 53 in the vertical direction Z from the floor surface 901 to the height d1 of the wall surface 51 is specifically, for example, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, or 0.5, and may be within the range of any two of the values ​​exemplified here. Particularly from the viewpoint of design, the ratio d3 / d1 is preferably between 0.4 and 0.7. Furthermore, it is preferable that the lower planter 54 be positioned at approximately the same height as the floor surface 901.

[0045] Thus, the planting wall sections 5a and 5b are composed of three tiers: an upper wall planter 52, a middle planter 53 located in the middle, and a lower planter 54 located at the base, and plants Pl3 can be freely arranged in each of them. Therefore, even users with little knowledge of green design can easily create a green space with a well-balanced green layout using the structure 1. The middle planter 53 and the lower planter 54 may be provided on the wall surface 51 (specifically in the first region R1), similar to the wall planter 52.

[0046] Using the green wall sections 4a, 4b and planting wall sections 5a, 5b described above, side walls are formed that restrict the area accessible from the internal region R of the structure 1.

[0047] When forming a green space in the interior area R using plant-like items such as plants Pl1 to Pl3 in the green wall sections 4a and 4b and planted wall sections 5a and 5b, it is preferable that the color of the floor surface 901 in the interior area R be the same color as the plant-like items such as plants Pl1 to Pl3. With such a configuration, the sense of unity of the green space throughout the entire interior area R can be enhanced.

[0048] 3. Example configuration around screen 62 Next, the screen 62 and the like, which are provided in the opening H4 for entering the internal region R, will be described. Figure 11 is a front view showing an example of the configuration around the screen 62 in Figure 1. Figure 12 is a side view of Figure 11. Figure 13 is a front view of the structure 1 when the screen 62 shown in Figure 11 is stored in the storage section 63. As shown in Figures 11 and 12, the structure 1 in this embodiment comprises a projector 61, a screen 62, and a storage section 63.

[0049] The projector 61 is configured to output an image by irradiating it with light. In this embodiment, the projector 61 is installed on the ceiling 3 so as to maintain a predetermined relative position with respect to the screen 62. With this configuration, for example, the amount of space available to the user can be increased compared to the case where the projector 61 is separately installed on a desk 911 located in the internal area R. In this embodiment, the projector 61 is fixed to one of the beams 31 of the ceiling 3. Note that the structure 1 may not be the projector 61 itself, but may include a mounting stand on which the projector 61 can be installed. Alternatively, the projector 61 may be installed on, for example, a desk 911 located in the internal area R.

[0050] The screen 62 is configured to project images using a projector 61 located in the internal area R. The screen 62 is positioned to hang down from the beam 31 of the ceiling 3 so as to block the opening H4. In this way, the screen 62 restricts user movement through the opening H4.

[0051] As shown in Figure 13, the storage unit 63 is configured to store the screen 62. For example, the storage unit 63 is attached to a part of the beam 31 of the ceiling 3 (here, the part of the beam 31 that defines the upper part of the opening H4), and is configured to store the screen 62 by rolling it up. In this way, opening H4, which is one of the multiple openings H1 to H4, is configured to be able to be opened and closed according to how the screen 62 is stored in the storage unit 63. More specifically, the storage unit 63 may be configured to move the screen 62 along the vertical direction Z. With such a configuration, a convenient space can be formed in a part of the office 900. When the screen 62 is stored in the storage unit 63, opening H4 can function as an entrance that users can easily enter and exit.

[0052] In this embodiment, the structure 1 further comprises the aforementioned planted wall sections 5a and 5b, as an example of a plurality of green wall sections decorated with plant-like objects. The opening H4 is provided between the two planted wall sections 5a and 5b. With this configuration, the green wall sections arranged on both sides are easily visible when viewing images projected onto the screen 62. This makes viewers aware that they are in a greened space even while images are projected onto the screen 62 during meetings in the office 900, thereby improving the relaxation effect.

[0053] 4. Example of configuration around the lighting unit 32 Next, the specific configuration of the lighting unit 32 located in the ceiling 3 and the control configuration of the lighting unit 32 will be described. Figure 14 is a diagram showing the configuration of the lighting unit 32 located in the ceiling 3. Figure 15 is a plan view of the ceiling 3 when viewed from the interior area R.

[0054] As shown in Figures 14 and 15, the beam portion 31 in this embodiment may be provided with a rail portion 311 in the region of the beam portion 31 facing 900 in the vertical direction Z. The rail portion 311 may be provided along the entire beam portion 31 along the first top surface direction D1 and the second top surface direction D2. A member attached to the rail portion 311 can slide along the rail portion, and the connection position of the member on the beam portion 31 can be adjusted.

[0055] In this embodiment, each of the lighting units 32 is attached to the rail unit 311. This allows each of the lighting units 32 to slide along the rail unit 311 on the ceiling surface 31a in both the first ceiling direction D1 and the second ceiling direction D2. As an example, each of the lighting units 32 may be configured to move only in one of the first ceiling direction D1 and the second ceiling direction D2. This simplifies the configuration of the ceiling unit 3. On the other hand, each of the lighting units 32 may be configured to move in both the first ceiling direction D1 and the second ceiling direction D2. Such a configuration allows for more flexible lighting effects.

[0056] Figure 16 shows an example of a planted wall section 5a, which is an example of a green wall section, illuminated by light from lighting units 32. As shown in Figure 16, each of the lighting units 32 is configured to illuminate the planted wall section 5a from different positions and in different directions. With this configuration, light closer to natural light can be irradiated onto the planted wall section 5a, thus providing a more comfortable green space. Note that the lighting units 32 are not limited to planted wall sections 5a and 5b, but may also illuminate green wall sections 4a and 4b in the same way.

[0057] Structure 1 may further include a control circuit 1000. The control circuit 1000 is arbitrary as long as it is configured to read a program from memory that performs a predetermined process and to execute the process according to that program, for example, it may be a general-purpose processor or a dedicated circuit. That is, the control circuit 1000 may include an Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC), a programmable logic device (for example, a Simple Programmable Logic Device (SPLD), a Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD), and a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)), etc.

[0058] Here, the control method for the lighting unit 32 by the control circuit 1000 will be described. First, the control circuit 1000 acquires time information regarding the current time as an acquisition step. The time information is, for example, the standard time in the country where structure 1 is implemented (for example, Japan Standard Time in the case of Japan). The time information may also include sunrise and sunset times. Next, as a lighting control step, the control circuit 1000 adjusts the growth conditions of the plants placed inside the green space by controlling the irradiation pattern of each light from the lighting unit 32 based on the time information. For example, the control circuit 1000 controls the on / off status of each lighting unit 32 according to a time schedule that corresponds to the growth conditions of the plants planted in the planting planters 42 located near the green wall sections 4a and 4b, and the growth conditions of the plants planted in the wall planters 52 located above the planting wall sections 5a and 5b. With such a configuration, the management of plants in the green space within the office can be made easier. The plant growth conditions may include, for example, the type of plant, the growth stage, and the sunlight conditions of the installation location. Furthermore, the control circuit 1000 may control the irradiation pattern of each light from the lighting unit 32 according to the usage pattern of the office 900 (or internal area R). This usage pattern may include, for example, the time users spend in the office or the available hours of the office 900. For example, the control circuit 1000 may irradiate the lighting unit 32 with light of a specific wavelength during times when users are not in the office 900 or internal area R, thereby promoting plant growth or inhibiting the occurrence or proliferation of pests and diseases. Based on these various conditions, the control circuit 1000 can irradiate the lighting unit 32 with light in a way that reproduces the natural rhythms of the environment for the plants. This makes it possible to create a green space that is comfortable for both users and plants.

[0059] With the above configuration, even users with little knowledge of design for constructing green spaces can intuitively understand how to arrange plants to create a comfortable green space. For example, whereas previously it was necessary to consult with experts to construct green spaces, and significant costs and effort were incurred for the construction work and subsequent maintenance of plants (e.g., watering plants, removing dead plants, pest control, etc.), users can now construct a green space that is relatively easy to maintain themselves at a low cost, without relying on the expertise of experts. In particular, if the office 900 where the green space is to be created is a security area that third parties such as experts cannot easily enter, it is difficult to create a green space within the office 900 by relying on experts. In this case, by having the user themselves (or a construction company that can enter the security area) assemble the above structure 1 within the office 900, it becomes easier to create a green space within a security area. In particular, when a green space is constructed within a security area, the maintenance of the plants after the green space is constructed requires complex procedures such as obtaining permission from the management company to enter the area, which can result in a huge amount of work being done for maintenance. In this respect, according to this embodiment, even if the user has little specialized knowledge, it is relatively easy for the user to maintain the green space themselves, thus reducing the cost and effort required for maintenance of the green space.

[0060] From another perspective, if a user with little knowledge of green space design selects and places plants and planters in the green space without any consideration, the planters may obstruct the flow of movement within the green space of Office 900, or the placement may make maintenance such as watering and leaf removal difficult, potentially reducing work efficiency. Therefore, with the above structure 1, for example, by placing plants in designated locations such as the green wall sections 4a and 4b, the planting wall sections 5a and 5b, and their surroundings, it becomes easier to construct a green space that is less likely to obstruct the flow of movement, etc.

[0061] From another perspective, the growth of plants placed within Office 900 is greatly influenced by the lighting conditions within Office 900. Therefore, for the maintenance of plants in the green space, it is preferable to illuminate the plants with appropriate lighting. With the above structure 1, the illumination position and direction of each lighting unit 32 can be freely changed within a certain range, making it easy to adjust the lighting conditions to be optimal for plant growth and providing a green space with illumination patterns close to natural light. Furthermore, the illumination patterns of the lighting units 32 (especially the on / off state of each lighting unit 32) can be scheduled according to the plants in the green space through control by the control circuit 1000. As a result, both the aesthetic appeal and maintainability of the green space can be achieved.

[0062] 5. Variations The above embodiments may be implemented as appropriate, for example, in the following forms.

[0063] The second layers L2a and L2b in the green wall sections 4a and 4b may be positioned outside the internal region R along the panel material 41. Furthermore, the green wall sections 4a and 4b may be provided with installation planters 42 extending along the panel material 41 on both the inside and outside of the panel material 41.

[0064] The shape of the support portion 2 is arbitrary and may be inclined as long as it follows the vertical direction Z. Similarly, the shape of the ceiling portion 3 is arbitrary. For example, the ceiling surface 31a is not limited to a rectangular shape, but can adopt any planar shape such as a circular shape. Furthermore, the ceiling surface 31a is not limited to a flat surface, but may be a curved surface that bends in the vertical direction Z (for example, an arch or a dome). In this case, the first ceiling direction D1 and the second ceiling direction D2 can be defined as local in-plane directions that define the curved surface.

[0065] Office 900 may also be a so-called outdoor space that does not have a ceiling 902.

[0066] The internal area R is not limited to forming a green space; it can be used for any purpose.

[0067] Each of the green wall sections 4a and 4b, and the planting wall sections 5a and 5b, can constitute a separate technical concept independent of structure 1.

[0068] The above-mentioned structure 1, etc., may be provided in the following embodiments.

[0069] (1) A structure for forming a green space inside an office, comprising a support section, a ceiling section, and a green wall section, wherein each of the support sections extends vertically from the floor surface of the office and is arranged to surround an internal area from which the green space can be defined; the ceiling section is connected to the support section and supported by the support section so as to cover the upper part of the internal area; the green wall section defines at least a portion of the side wall of the internal area by being attached to the support section; the green wall section comprises a first layer and a second layer, wherein the first layer is formed of a plate material fitted into a frame defined by the support section and the ceiling section; and the second layer is formed by arranging plant-like articles extending vertically from the floor surface of the office along the first layer.

[0070] With this configuration, a more comfortable green space can be created through appropriate vertical greening.

[0071] (2) The structure described in (1) above, wherein the second layer is formed by arranging a plurality of planters on the floor surface of the office along the first layer, on which the plant-like articles are provided.

[0072] This configuration makes it easier to create green spaces more freely.

[0073] (3) A structure according to (1) or (2) above, wherein the second layer is located at least on the floor surface of the office, away from the first layer.

[0074] This configuration makes it easier to create green spaces more freely.

[0075] (4) A structure according to any one of (1) to (3) above, wherein the second layer is located inside the first layer in the internal region.

[0076] This configuration allows the interior space to be presented as a more greened environment.

[0077] (5) A structure described in any one of (1) to (4) above, wherein the first layer is configured to accept operations by a user located in the internal area to write information or to delete such information.

[0078] This configuration improves the convenience for users when conducting discussions or analyses within the green space.

[0079] (6) A structure according to any one of (1) to (5) above, wherein the plate material has a transparent area that allows the internal area to be seen from the outside.

[0080] This configuration enhances the sense of openness in the green space and makes it easier to determine from the outside whether or not the green space is in use.

[0081] (7) A structure according to any one of (1) to (6) above, further comprising a first opening and a second opening, wherein each of the first opening and the second opening is configured to allow a user to enter and exit the internal area, and is configured to allow the user to pass from one opening to the other, and the green wall portion is formed between the first opening and the second opening.

[0082] This configuration makes it easier for users to access the green space.

[0083] (8) A structure according to any one of (1) to (7) above, wherein the green wall portion is formed at at least one corner of the support portion.

[0084] This configuration allows for the provision of green spaces that are easier to move around in within the building.

[0085] (9) A structure according to any one of (1) to (8) above, wherein the support portion has a wood-grain appearance.

[0086] This configuration allows for a more natural-looking, greener space.

[0087] (10) A structure according to any one of (1) to (9) above, wherein the support portion is configured to be separable from the floor surface of the office.

[0088] This configuration allows for greater flexibility in the placement of the structure. Of course, this is not always the case.

[0089] Finally, while various embodiments relating to this disclosure have been described, these are presented as examples only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. These novel embodiments can be implemented in a variety of other forms, and various omissions, substitutions, and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention. These embodiments and their variations are included in the scope and spirit of the invention, as well as in the claims and their equivalents. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0090] 1 :Structure 2: Support part 2a: Bottom end 2b: Upper end 21a: Corner support part 21b: Corner support part 21c: Corner support part 21d: Corner support part 22a: Intermediate support part 22b: Intermediate support part 22c: Intermediate support part 22d: Intermediate support part 22e: Intermediate support part 22f: Intermediate support part 22g: Intermediate support part 22h: Intermediate support part 3: Ceiling 3a:Ceiling surface 31:Beam part 311: Rail section 31a: Ceiling surface 32: Lighting Department 32a: First lighting unit 32b: Second lighting unit 4a: Green wall section 4b: Green wall section 41: Plate material 42: Planter 5a: Planting wall 5b: Planting wall 51: Wall surface 52: Wall-mounted planter 521: Inclined surface 52a: Wall-mounted planter 52b: Wall-mounted planter 52c: Wall-mounted planter 53: Middle planter 54: Lower planter 61: Projector 62: Screen 63: Storage section 900: Office 901: Floor surface 902: Ceiling 910: Chair 911: desk 1000: Control circuit B : Boundary D1: First top surface direction D2: Second top direction H1: Opening H2: Opening H3: Opening H4: Opening L1a: First layer L1b: First layer L2a: Second layer L2b: Second layer Pl1: Plants Pl2: Plants Pl3: Plants R: Internal Domain R1: First Domain R2: Second Domain X: Left and right directions Y: Forward and backward direction Z: Up / Down direction

Claims

1. A structure for creating a green space inside an office, It comprises a support section, a ceiling section, and a green wall section. Each of the aforementioned support members extends vertically from the floor surface of the office and is arranged to surround an internal area from the periphery that can define the green space. The ceiling portion is connected to the support portion and is supported by the support portion so as to cover the upper part of the internal region. The green wall section, by being attached to the support section, defines at least a portion of the side wall of the internal area. The green wall section comprises a first layer and a second layer. The first layer is formed of a plate material that is fitted into a frame defined by the support portion and the ceiling portion, The second layer is a structure formed by arranging plant-like articles that extend vertically from the floor surface of the office along the first layer.

2. In the structure described in claim 1, The second layer is a structure formed by arranging a plurality of planters, each containing the plant-like article, on the office floor surface along the first layer.

3. In the structure described in claim 1, The second layer is a structure that is located at least on the floor surface of the office, separated from the first layer.

4. In the structure described in claim 1, The second layer is a structure located inside the first layer within the internal region.

5. In the structure described in claim 1, The first layer is a structure configured to accept operations by a user located in the internal area to write information or to delete such information.

6. In the structure described in claim 1, The aforementioned plate material is a structure having a transparent area that allows the internal area to be viewed from the outside.

7. In the structure described in claim 1, Furthermore, it includes a first opening and a second opening, Each of the first and second openings is configured to allow a user to enter and exit the internal area, and to allow the user to pass from one opening to the other. The green wall section is a structure formed between the first opening and the second opening.

8. In the structure described in claim 1, The green wall portion is a structure formed at at least one of the corners of the support portion.

9. In the structure described in claim 1, The support structure is a structure having a wood-grain appearance.

10. In the structure according to any one of claims 1 to 9, The support portion is a structure configured to be separable from the floor surface of the office.

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