[Second Founding] SOLBA, Aiming for a 10 Billion Yen Company, Unveils "At-Home Office." Redefining Construction Industry Norms with Griddle Lounges and Tatami Spaces.

SOLBA Co., Ltd. (formerly San-ei Kōmuten Co., Ltd., Representative Director: Takumi Tanaka), based in Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture, has completely renovated its head office in conjunction with its company name change on March 1, 2026. This renovation is not merely an aesthetic upgrade of the office space. It is a core strategy for their "second founding," which aims for the high target of 10 billion yen in sales and seeks to redefine the conventional construction industry in regional areas. Defining employees as their "greatest asset," they have constructed an "at-home office" to maximize their performance by enhancing psychological safety and fostering natural dialogue.

■ The True Meaning of Rebranding – Escaping the Construction Industry's "Build and Done" Mentality

The name change to SOLBA is not just a simple name swap. It is a declaration of their resolve to break away from the traditional construction industry model of "taking orders, building, and handing over" – a "point" relationship.

What customers truly desire is not a "magnificent box (building)" but "business success" at that location. The new company name "SOLBA" embodies the aspiration to be a place (BA) that solves customers' business challenges (SOLUTION) and creates new value.

At SOLBA, we believe that true problem-solving requires the integration of "Hardware (space), Software (culture), and Digital (communication)." Even with an excellent environment (hardware), the culture (software) that utilizes it must be nurtured, and without a digital strategy to correctly convey its value internally and externally, true success cannot be achieved. This head office renovation is the first step in embodying this integrated management strategy.

To evolve into a "problem-solving partner," our own working environment (hardware) must be a place that generates proactive discussion and creativity. This head office renovation is the first step in embodying our proposed "strategic space investment."

■ Strategic Spaces Constituting the "At-Home Office"

We have incorporated elements in various parts of the office to foster a group of professionals who think, discuss, and act proactively.

① The Core of Interaction: "Family Dining Room (Multipurpose Lounge)" and the 29th System

In the previous office, there was no space for multiple people to share lunch, leading to "individual meals" at their respective desks. This resulted in a low rate of communication and a lack of cross-departmental idea exchange. Therefore, we have established the "Family Dining Room" at the entrance as a hub for inter-departmental interaction. The main table is equipped with a griddle as a symbol of communication, and we have launched the "29th is 'Meat Day' System," where the representative personally hosts employees on the 29th of each month. The time spent sharing good food and conversation at the same table fosters strong unity that transcends roles and departments.

② "Tamin" and "Cocoon Rooms" for Gradations of Thought

Working in a static, unchanging environment leads to mental fatigue and stagnates creative output. In addition to "cocoon rooms" for individual concentration, we have newly created "Tamin," a tatami mat space where one can relax after taking off their shoes. By actively choosing their work environment based on "what kind of work should I be doing now," we promote brain refresh and free thinking. Furthermore, "Tamin" is equipped with full floor heating, allowing for comfortable work even in winter.

③ "Sense of Camaraderie" Connecting Bases: Large Monitor

Physical distance between bases creates information disparity and psychological barriers, slowing down organizational speed. Therefore, a large monitor was installed to connect the head office and each base in real-time. It is not merely communication equipment; it fosters organizational unity by maintaining daily connections where people can feel they are "under the same roof" and communicate with colleagues in distant locations.

④ A Small Forest Outside the Head Office for Mental Space: "Choi Mori"

Within the premises, a refresh area called "Choi Mori" was developed, where one can feel the rustling of trees. It is a place to reset thoughts during work breaks in nature, by leaning back on a net-like bench. It is designed to provide "mental space" for continuing to challenge the high goal of 10 billion yen.

■ Shifting Construction to "Investment" – Embodied from Our Own Company

SOLBA views building not as a "cost (expenditure)" but as "strategic investment" that accelerates corporate growth. "What is missing to become 10 billion yen? How can we compensate for that with space?" The new office, completed by confronting this question themselves, is the very "place (BA) as a solution (SOLUTION)" they offer to customers. We will continue to be partners who take responsibility for customers' business challenges through construction.

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【Company Information】

SOLBA Co., Ltd.

2-2-4 Hatsu-naka, Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture

Representative Director: Takumi Tanaka

Business Hours: Weekdays 8:30-17:00

Phone Number: 059-373-6091

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