A unique typology to the architectural landscape of Japan. Conceived from the realities of living costs, small and multi-generational homes, ‘Love Hotels’ are natural refuges for young couples still living in their family homes. Their aesthetic emulates that of motels found in America, available to rent by the hour or by night. What distinguishes these hotels is the importance put upon privacy, carparks are hidden underground, access is often electronic, or with staff discreetly hidden from view. Their exteriors are often discrete and tame compared to their elaborate and lavishly decorated interiors that explore various themes and fantasies.

'Hotel Entrance' . 2000 . Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Hotel Entrance' . 2000 . Hotel Tiffany, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Obscured Customer Number'. 2000 . Hotel Dance, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Rooms Available'. 2000 . Hotel Dance, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Concealed Check-in'. 2000 . Hotel Dance, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Corridor Design'. 2000 . Hotel Dance, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Corridor Design'. 2000 . La Foret, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Drinks served anonymously' . 2000 . Hotel Tiffany, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Interior of hotel room'. 2000 . Hotel Dance, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'The Gym Room'. 2000 . Hotel Tiffany, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'A bathroom complete with a silver lilo' . 2000 . Hotel Tiffany, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'Interior of hotel room'. 2000 . Hotel Tiffany, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation

'The Karaoke Room' . 2000 . Hotel Dance, Kyoto, Japan © Peter Marlow Foundation
© Peter Marlow Foundation