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the World Of Hospitality
Kane World Food Studio
Kane World Food Studio
Bogdan Ciocodeic
Located in an upcoming neighborhood of the city, the
restaurant aims to be a landmark for the regeneration
of the old distressed urban tissue. It’s approach is simple
and clear, using natural materials and mixing them with
the abundant greenery. Both architect and client agreed
upon using design as a tool for reaching a particular
atmosphere rather than aiming to enhance a certain
type of image.
The space is designed as an urban oasis, a lush jungle
enclosed in a concrete and steel frame. The green,
vegetal component of the design comes to complete the
concept of the restaurant, that serves a unique, exotic,
round the world, fusion cuisine. The plants create a
strong outdoor connection, at the same time defining a
few private, secluded areas.
The materials used are raw, direct and uncomplicated.
Concrete on the floor and the pillars, glazed ceramic
tiles for the colored background layer, mirror on the
walls and brass details all make up a perfect background
for the marble and wooden furniture. All the different
areas are the direct result of the functional scheme,
a delicate balance between the higher, more strict
perimetral sitting area and the middle , softer, more
organic, fluid occupancy.
The space is treated uniformly with various different
focal points, starting with the eight meter long marble
bar with a mirror in the background and a light mint
ceramic frame and continuing with the delicate exotic
wall painting, that balances the fine constructed lines
with the strong and abundent theme of the luxurious
jungle. For more depth and perspective a mirror has
been added next to the painting extending the artwork.
The technical ceiling is apparent, continuing the
straightforward, exposed approach of the entire design,
painted in a rich, dark, deep green that ties the elements
together.
The light is soft, and focused on the tables, with a few
exceptions that highlight various focal points. The
entire atmosphere is constructed to complete the
culinary experience and to help immerse into the green,
lush urban oasis.
The restaurant stretches on a surface of 180 sqm, with
74 seating places and it features, custom made furniture
as well as ready to use pieces from brands such as
Normann Copenhagen, Bolia, HK Living, Seletti and
Hubsch. The open plan space allowe