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XXXI.studio unveils BAZ, a Lisbon restaurant where the architectural design demonstrates a complete commitment to material integrity and openness. Building on the studio’s philosophy of transparency, the project established a true performance of culinary service, where the boundary between chef and customer was intentionally dissolved. Francisco Nogueira The architectural narrative begins at the entrance, designed as a portal to a different reality. The intriguing facade is precisely cut to introduce a minimalist stainless steel box that marks the threshold. The entrance utilises stainless steel and raw wood, allowing the identity of the materials to speak for themselves. Francisco Nogueira The interior design is anchored... More

“What I dream of is an art like a good armchair—one that offers rest from physical fatigue.” This sentence appears in the painter’s notes of Henri Matisse. Perspectives may differ, but I interpret it in two ways: by necessity and for everyone. In that sense, it resonates deeply with the spatial design we pursue. “Art like an armchair” does not simply refer to the practical function of an ordinary chair anyone can purchase; rather, much like the etymology of the word art, a skill derived from technique, it speaks to using the craft of creating beauty for those who need it. In other words, it is the desire to create an armchair that feels like art. Caption Caption Caption A young entrepreneu... More

Katara Beach Club & Restaurant, Krabi Katara Beach Club & Restaurant, located on the pristine shoreline of Krabi, draws inspiration from the region’s striking natural phenomena. The powerful surges of storm waves, the fleeting beauty of the sandbar sea, and the luminous glow of bioluminescent plankton on moonless nights are translated into the project’s conceptual foundation: “Tornado + Luminescence”. This narrative becomes the central design driver, transforming natural wonder into architectural and interior expression. DOF Sky | Ground DOF Sky | Ground DOF Sky | Ground DOF Sky | Ground Upon arrival, visitors are greeted by a cream-white structure with undulating textures that echo the... More

Sontaya, meaning “sunset” in Thai, is the new beautiful venue at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, set among a series of floating pavilions that stretch out across the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf. Designed as an enchanting environment subtly infused with the essence of Southeast Asia, Sontaya is a pan-Southeast Asian restaurant, combining design elements from Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia with a modern perspective. Caption Caption The architecture features sleek, contemporary lines layered with rich textures that harmonize effortlessly with the serene backdrop of Saadiyat Island. The design blends seamlessly with the surrounding colors and forms — from the stunning beach and golden sand to shimmer... More

DLSM Studio, the multidisciplined interior design and branding agency, formerly known as DesignLSM, is proud to unveil Noreen; a bold and evocative new restaurant located in the heart of St Christopher’s Place, London.  Set within a 2,900 sqft Grade II listed former retail space, Noreen is a celebration of cultural vibrancy and contemporary dining. Inspired by the name ‘Noreen’ - nor meaning light and een meaning two in Arabic - the space explores light from a dual perspective of source and effect, playing with texture, shadow and colour.  Stevie Campbell The concept has been carefully tailored to its surroundings, situated just off Oxford Street within the vibrant, boutique-lined enclave of St Christo... More

A stone’s throw from Toronto’s animated Yonge and Sheppard intersection, Hay Sushi is a neighbourhood establishment known for elevated Japanese fare and relaxed dining. Odami had the opportunity to reimagine the restaurant’s Spring Garden location in a nearby space with double its previous capacity. Our design seeks to translate the quiet confidence of the brand’s menu — strongly composed dishes that are detail-oriented but not overly decorative — into an intriguing interior with warmth, comfort, and familiarity, a space that both honours and enhances the restaurant's existing posture in the community.   Kurtis Chen Kurtis Chen Located in the ground-floor podium of a 1990s residential towe... More

There’s a new destination in town for Cairo’s nostalgia lovers, where influences from the 1970s and 2000s come together to create a unique gaming experience that unleashes your inner child. Designed as a playground for adults, Brass Monkey champions the notion of ‘Growing Young Again’ by immersing guests in arcade heaven – think fully equipped bowling alleys, old-school video games and visual sport simulators. All that whilst tucking into delicious American-influenced cuisine. Nour Alrifai Nour Alrifai For the Egyptian capital, nothing like this has ever existed. So, when Brass Monkey Cairo threw open its doors in June, bookings were hard to come by for those seeking a blast from the past. Marking th... More

The Shark Restaurant, part of the Novaland Group's NovaWorld Hồ Tràm project, features a panoramic view of the wide Hồ Tràm seas and is designed to resemble a shark gracefully venturing into the open sea. Its architecture, inspired by a shark's powerful and magnificent jaws, creates the feeling of standing amidst the majesty of the ocean, blending effortlessly with the wide and boundless waters. Caption Caption Caption Caption Bringing a fresh breeze into architecture inspired by the imagery of ocean sharks The imagery of the "Shark" has been painstakingly created by the BSA team, oozing great attraction while also encapsulating originality, resulting in an iconic emblem of its own. The Shark Restaurant e... More

Borboleta is a unique culinary collaboration between chef Katya Plotnikova and Yana Korzun. This author's cuisine restaurant "bistronomy" features an open kitchen, allowing diners to enjoy the cooking process as part of their experience. Sharing emotions and small plates is the essence of their gastronomic concept. The restaurant is also known for pop-up events where the chef offers exclusive dishes not found on the main menu. Maria Sher Borboleta is ideally located next to the picturesque Jardins do Palácio de Cristal Park. Passers-by are drawn in by the restaurant’s inviting windows, only to discover a secret garden within. The red accent furniture stands out beautifully in the shade of the apple trees. The interior des... More

Located in İzmir’s bustling business district, this restaurant project draws conceptual inspiration from the client’s previous establishments, also curated by ofisvesaire, while being thoughtfully designed to harmonize with its surroundings. The design emphasizes fluid geometries and a strategic use of color, creating a fresh, upscale, and modern space that is both visually dynamic and warmly inviting. Kadir Aşnaz Kadir Aşnaz Kadir Aşnaz As an Italian eatery, the design was inspired by the complexity, warmth, and vivaciousness of Italian style and culture. With family at the center of Italian culture, reflecting the importance of the very act of dining together was one of the main goals of the design. Kadir Aş... More

Montreal based Studio MHA, has converted the former restaurant Etna, into the pasta shop Etna Pasticio.  The pasta shop, formerly in a nearby location, was relocated to the 700 sq.ft. space of the owners’ former restaurant, on a main street of the Villeray neighborhood in Montreal.  For the design, the clients turned to Michael Hall of Studio MHA, who had worked with them previously on the restaurant Etna. Phil Bernard The young owners of the pasta shop, wanted a simple space, bathed in natural light, where clients would happily shop and dine; while in the open kitchen space, it would be a delight for the employees to make pasta.  In response, rather than pushing the kitchen to the back of the space, the designer... More

Exploring this design aesthetic and taking the risk in developing the Bomas (pods) was a steep learning curve, made possible only by amazing teams and partnerships, where everyone involved strived for a unique and visually arresting outcome. An outcome like this was never going to be possible alone. As the African saying goes, “It takes a village to raise a child.” Kera Wong Kera Wong Kera Wong Reimagined boma conceptOne of the restaurant’s most distinctive features is its reimagined Boma concept. A boma is a livestock enclosure/ community enclosure/ A place of importance in Africa. This is commonly used in many parts of the African Great Lakes region, as well as Central and Southern Africa. It is particula... More

Mezalians represents the union of what is commonly forbidden, seemingly mismatched, and socially unacceptable. It is the act of coming together despite great differences, fierce opposition, major upheaval, and scandals. In a mezalians, love prevails, standing above all divisions. Caption Caption Mezalians is the third concept, following Mamma and Fuego, that we have had the pleasure of designing for the same investors from Kołobrzeg. In addition to creating unexpected and surprising combinations, our task was to transform the existing interior of a previously operating venue and adapt it to its new function. This was a challenging task, given that the previous venue had its own recognition, and the investors wanted this new one t... More

The new experience and architectural design of Fenix Bodrum, which is part of the Doğuş Group (D-ream) and combines refined South American cuisine and nightclub concepts under one roof, was designed by Wangan. Based on the theme of the phoenix bird, which represents rebirth in mythology, the project manages to reflect the mystical and authentic atmosphere of South American and Amazonian culture throughout the atmosphere of the space, creating abstract references to Fenix's iconic design elements. Emre Dörter Emre Dörter Emre Dörter The Corinthian columns, one of Fenix's iconic design elements, were taken to the next level and transformed into a semi-permeable mass of arches surrounding the space. These arches,... More