In the city of Morelia, Mexico a 19th-century colonial-style construction that integrates 3 different properties via a central patio with a great variety of vegetation forms the basis of new restaurant concept Santomate by Daniela Bucio Sistos.
The three spaces that now form the restaurant are almost monochromatic both inside and outside to avoid the distraction that comes from a variety of textures and materials. The range of colours selected - right down to the bathrooms - is inspired by shades of green, blue and yellow, which are found in the region's glazed pottery.
The restaurant is entered through a narrow street door, upon which visitors are greeted by a dark green foyer. From here, a curved green handcrafted tile bar with a copper countertop serves as a welcoming focal element, from which one can catch glimpses into the main central patio. Bathed in green light with a large tree at the centre, this patio is where the main dining room is situated.
In addition to the main ‘green room’, blue rooms also welcome guests. The main one features a large fireplace that covers an entire wall in wood, with the opposite wall accommodating more than fifty pineapples made in glazed pottery.
The result is a cozy atmosphere than enhances Mexican craftsmanship in every space of the restaurant.
