In today’s China, the night economy is driving increasing demand for creative social spaces for young customers. Molly Club, combining entertainment and basic restaurant service, is one example of this trend, providing a relaxing place for young people after a long, stressful day at work.
The Club is located in Chuhe Han Street in the Wuhan Central Cultural District, which has a total length of 1.5 kilometres. In the daytime, the street is known for its many branded fashion stores and some of the world’s top cultural projects. At night, the street is transformed with bright lights and catchy music.
Clark’s is a remodel of a 1940s building that once housed a former restaurant and before that an auto repair shop. On the edge of the historic Clarksville neighborhood and a commercial strip, Clark’s is positioned as Austin’s definitive neighborhood oyster joint. Clayton & Little worked closely with the owner to revitalize this 1,400-square-foot gem from the inside out.
A refreshed open-layout kitchen with all new equipment opens up to the bar and dining area, clustered around a 300-gallon aquarium. Diners have the option of sitting in the bar area open to the working kitchen and oyster bar, at a quieter dining table inside, or outside on the patio.
A “successful” socializing space has the responsibility to transform the infinite possibilities of the encounter into reality by transposing oneself into a new space and time, other than those we are used to. but what if the space is “here” and the time is “now”? the design starts by facilitating a dialogue between the space and the context, a socializing that makes itself possible. the nomadic space thus created becomes an extension of the exterior, in a spontaneity out of clear definitions. the encounter place becomes the interlocutor itself who attracts the users into a dialogue about the natural emphasized by textures and raw materials.
A world opened to primary feelings and cultural detox.
Internationality, research and conviviality: these are the ingredients that characterize Spica, the new restaurant in the heart of the Milanese district of Porta Venezia. The two celebrity chefs, Indian Ritu Dalmia and Italian Viviana Varese, share a common passion for world cuisines: hence a restaurant that embraces diversity, offering a gastronomic journey through four geographical areas (Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, Europe and America).
A journey that is reflected from the kitchen to the interior design thanks to the project by Vudafieri-Saverino Partners. The architecture studio based in Milan and Shanghai boasts exceptional experience in in developing new restaurant concepts (in Milan: Il Luogo di Aimo e Nadia, Peck CityLife, Ristorante Berton, Dry…).
The architects Tiziano Vudafieri and Claudio Saverino have designed a space capable of surprising with its unusual mix of Asian suggestions and homage to the masters of 20th century Milanese design. The result is a lively and colourful restaurant that reflects the vibrant atmosphere of Porta Venezia and its dynamic and young public.
The versatility sought for the premises is obtained through the use of steel-framed furniture that can accommodate fold-away bars, fold-away benches and also store regular chairs and tables. It’s the perfect space to celebrate different kinds of events.
APPAREIL Architecture rose to the challenge of redesigning the Bar St-Denis in the image of its new owners, the chefs David Gauthier and Emily Homsy, previously of Montréal Plaza and the Pied de Cochon. Inspired by the aesthetics of “gentlemen clubs”, the Bar St-Denis proposes an inviting atmosphere where sharing plates and wine take center stage. In the image of its Petite-Patrie neighbourhood, the space offers an ambience that is both refined and welcoming.
The bet was an ambitious one, as the space had already acted as a bar for many years. Wishing to distinguish itself from the former institution, the APPAREIL Architecture team relied on the use of materials such as marble and wood, which lend the bar its character. Particular attention was given to the space’s layout, to favour a closeness between staff and clients.
“Sede CAF Región Sur” is the result of a national architecture competition promoted by the Development Bank of Latin‐American and sponsored by the local government of Montevideo in 2012.
By terms and conditions of the contest, a mix‐used program building was required, in the historic city center of Montevideo ‐ the “Old City”‐ a sector full of history and strong urban symbols, next to the limit with the “New Expanded City”.
The Bank headquarters, a cinema complex for “Cinemateca Uruguaya”, the relocation of the historic “FunFun” bar, 150 public parking lots and public changing rooms, are the main project areas. The conditioning and recovery of the immediate urban environment are key requirements of the entire proposal. The biggest challenge then was to achieve coexistence within a single building and urban space, such diverse functional requirements.
In the location behind the Solís Theater, there was an existing building, the Former Central Market, which was almost abandoned and deteriorated, as well as its nearby public spaces.
Architects: LAPS Arquitectos (Arq. Carlos Luis Labat Nadal, Arq. Ricardo Pierino Porta Turban, Arq. Nicolás Scioscia Salvatore + Arq. Luis, Fernando Romero Fregenal)
Project: Sede CAF Región Sur – Banco de Desarrollo de América Latina
Location: Ciudadela 1229, Montevideo, Uruguay
Photography: Javier Agustín Rojas
Client: CAF – BANCO DE DESARROLLO DE AMERICA LATINA
Fit-out of a Sri Lankan restaurant & bar based in inner Sydney. Steel shelves filled with colourful spice jars, polished concrete, copper lighting, dark timber and leather seating with a busy open kitchen at one end and a high bar at the other. A long, narrow space makes for a bustling atmosphere where the sambols, hoppers and curries fly out of the kitchen from lunch until late.
Biga is the leading food chain in Israel with over 45 shops around the country. Biga is a combination of an Italian bistro with a small high-quality bakery, and a shop with fresh and great products and pasta made by Biga factory and other local small companies. All those located at every shop which serves all day food, great pastries and Cafe.
This multifunctional space deigned to give a great experience between a classical old street atmosphere with verity of seating systems and a cozy feeling.
RUST architects designed and planed over 30 shops for Biga already and five new ones will be open at the next year.
Nude. Coffee & Wine Bar is a small family establishment located in a 1930s residential building in the picturesque heart of Moscow.
The design was informed by the materiality of the existing space. Multiple layers of plaster and paint had been partially chipped away to reveal original brick walls. This beautiful existing texture inspired the use of pared back, ascetic materials such as concrete and wood, with small brass accents and a bold black and white tile pattern.
The space is divided between an open kitchen and dining area, with a large bar top acting as an intermediary, at which visitors can eat and follow the cooking process.
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