Fine dining

'The old saying still holds good: ‘Whether you’re a resident or a long-time absentee on solitary return, just visit Jimmy’s and in half an hour you’re almost certain to greet someone you know.’- Australian journalist Richard Hughes on his introduction piece for Jimmy’s 1982 cookbook: Jimmy’s: Secrets from Hong Kong’s Best-Loved ‘Kitchen Chu Tse Chu Tse Courtesy of Jimmy's Kitchen The thing with Jimmys is that you walk in and you know you are walking through history even though it’s just renovated and new. It’s hundred year old restaurant from the day they opened in Shanghai, and a 96 year old restaurant from the first time they opened in Hong Kong, back in 192... Mais

This concrete edifice stands as a fine-dining sanctuary in Maerim, Chiangmai. Conceived by a chef transitioning from the chaos of Bangkok, the establishment reflects a desire for serenity, finding its home where the owner's residence resides in Maerim. Jirayu Rattanawong Jirayu Rattanawong Jirayu Rattanawong Jirayu Rattanawong Jirayu Rattanawong The architectural vision was clear: to carve a cave amid the panoramic expanse, following a straightforward blueprint. The design manifests as a simple box with a sloping roof, employing a primitive concrete finishing technique for a textured exterior. Internally, raw concrete walls prevail until the main bar, where a precast technique, devoid of color, enhances the cave-li... Mais

Flow is a fine dining experience alongwith being a lounge and a microbrewery, designed inside a premium mall in South Delhi. The existing site was a bunch of broken up spaces dotted with oddly placed structural columns which we tied up using framed arches placed parallel to each other. This helped us divide the restaurant into various sections yet maintaining a visual and functional fluidity.  Sajati Bhadouria Sajati Bhadouria Flow is designed over a 9000 sqft of floor space with 3500 sqft of alfresco dining over the terrace which through a use of smartly placed wooden canopies lined at the edges alongwith abundance of natural greens, adds a contrast to the cavernous interior by opening up to infinite sunset views for perfec... Mais

„Très chic, very raw and pure, a little punk yet cosy“  is how one of Austria’s most-read newspapers recently described the result of the renovation process that took place at Mraz & Sohn. The renowned Viennese fine dining restaurant, celebrated for its unconventional approach to haute cuisine, has received an interior update by BÜRO KLK. David Schreyer   “Family restaurant with no borders” is the self-proclaimed company slogan, and by all means – they mean it. Kitchen, service and atmosphere is out of the ordinary. Located in an unpretentious corner building in Vienna Brigittenau, guests have to ring the bell before entering, just like when visiting friends for dinner. On... Mais

A culinary experience highlighted by the setting of our new home one of the most iconic buildings in Bucharest. Part of the identity of Kane is the interior of the house which was rebuilt to reflect what happens when you invite craftsmen to be progressive and bring their craft into modernity. (source: KANE - New Romanian Cuisine) Mais

LuLu Mall, Kochi forms the largest shopping mall in India, with an average daily footfall of more than eighty thousand people, this urban hub has become one of the most visited places in the state of Kerala. Arriving into South Indian coast’s most sought after destination is Punjab Grill- a fine dining restaurant, from the heart of North, bringing in an immensely flavorful cuisine to their tables.   This sumptuous design narrative of venerable “Punjab Grill” confers onto a modern classic approach blending the whiff of the cuisine with the overall interior language. The idea was to set-up a dining space that could become a go-to destination and a warm habitat for a daytime hangout while serving as a sit-down private... Mais

Projetado e entregue em apenas 4 semanas, o Restaurante Bluebells, em Ascot, combina um glamour suntuoso de inspiração luxuosa e um menu de refeições deliciosas, porém acessível.   Há 10 anos, o Restaurante Bluebells em Wentworth, Surrey, foi concebido pela PENSON como uma experiência gastronômica aconchegante e imaginativa. Agora, um segundo local em Ascot tem desfrutado do mesmo design visionário, que faz as pessoas se sentirem bem-vindas e relaxadas.   Como qualquer restaurante que se preze, o conceito de design do Bluebells tomou sua direção no cardápio e na hospitalidade impecável de seus proprietários. É tudo sob... Mais

Restaurant Kalaki is the first Michelin rated fine dining restaurant operating in Tbilisi, Georgia.Located in one of the oldest neighborhood in Tbilisi with diverse architectural styles and historical layers superimposing over 150 years of history, the architecture of the project was carefully considered and detailed for the contextual setting, yet with a quest to create a classical and sophisticated environment within the texture of old town. The fundamental design concept of the project surpasses the typical designation of a luxurious restaurant and its main function, rather offers an unparralleled settings and meeting space where people experience and socialize in a magical atmosphere, which takes them away from city reality. The name of... Mais

In early 2017, Red design was appointed to design a new modern Japanese dining experience. Located at the high-end and popular Taikoo Hui mall, Umi is set to become the highlight of Shanghai in 2018. The interior brief was to create an interior and exterior design aesthetic that spoke Japanese and breathed western influence. A rich combination of classic modern western furniture pieces and Japanese detailing create a unique dining atmosphere not seen in Shanghai to date. Mais

Voted one of the Worlds 50 Best Restaurants, T8 recently moved from a lane house to a new mall location in Central Shanghai. The design challenge was to retain the warmth and heritage of the original T8 space while expanding the restaurants appeal to a younger, more fashion conscious customer. Intelligent repurposing of the original fixtures and finishes, combined with an innovative lighting design and integrated terraced solution, results in a venue which offers a dining experience in a space which is both familiar and fresh. Mais

In mid-2016, Kokaistudios has completed the interior design of Shake, an upscale venue dedicated to soul music and to bringing Shanghai an innovative food and beverage experience. Located on the top floor of a recently renovated low-rise building on Maoming Road in the historical center of Shanghai; Shake has quickly become one of the city’s hottest night-time joints. Our photography took place right after opening. Upon stepping in the front door of Shake, visitors are invited to travel back in time into an environment similar to a soul music supper-club in 1960’s New York. The oval shaped marble bar is one of the central features of the space. Uneven floor heights allow guests at both the front and the back of the bar to have unblocked vie... Mais

Kokaistudios is delighted to announce the opening of our most recent project with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts; the Sintoho Asian fine dining restaurant located on the top floor of the newly built Four Seasons Kuwait in the Burj Alshaya building. Having previously worked together on the Brasserie at the Four Seasons Kyoto the Four Seasons team invited Kokaistudios to conceive an innovative F&B destination that could elevate the street foods of the cities of Singapore, Tokyo and Hong Kong into a fine dining destination and experience.Intrigued by the concept and the location in a city with no established tradition of Asian fine dining we set about creating a temple to Asian cuisine and craftsmanship that eschewed kitschy and themati... Mais

In collaboration with infamous London-based restaurateur Alan Yau, for his first ever restaurant in China, we created a restaurant that brings a contemporary, theatrical design to the dining experience of traditional Chinese peking duck.DESIGN CONCEPTThe Jing Yaa Tang restaurant resides within the renowned boutique hotel The Opposite House, in Beijing’s trendy Sanlitun district. The name 'Jing Yaa Tang', which translates to 'classic, elegant room', was suitably chosen in line with the design intention; to create an overall atmosphere that is sophisticated, intricate and chic, with a hint of regality.AREAS OF FOCUSA Theatrical Dining ExperienceAn open and social dining area in the centre of the space represents the 'stage' in the theatrical... Mais

Traditional components of Chinese design sparked the inspiration for the design of the fine-dining restaurant Subu. Fused together with the Scandinavian design style we created a universal aesthetic with strong references to Chinese culture and traditions like the concept of ‘private dining rooms’.DESIGN CONCEPTSouth Beauty Group asked Johannes Torpe Studios to re-brand, re-define and re-design the “classic” Chinese restaurant. We fused traditional components of Chinese design together with a Scandinavian design style to create a universal aesthetic with a Chinese touch.The restaurant is located in a high-end mall in the new financial district of Beijing. We designed a restaurant that not only stands out visually but also leaves a lasting i... Mais