This project involved refurbishing the Kitakyushu Municipal Museum of Art, designed by Arata Isozaki. Originally opened in 1974 as a pioneering regional art museum in West Japan, the museum has been a cultural hub over its 38 years of operation. However, its facilities and equipment had deteriorated significantly, affecting the preservation of artwork and visitor safety. Additionally, evolving community needs, such as accessibility, energy efficiency, and disaster resilience, required updates to meet 21st-century standards.

A new management policy, "Future Kitakyushu Museum of Art," was developed to address these needs, emphasizing the museum's role in enhancing community life, promoting well-being, and contributing to the city's image. The refurbishment undertaken not only aimed to restore aging infrastructure but also to modernize the museum to better serve and grow with the community for future generations.