2025 | Professional
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Situated along a wide street-facing site, the design responds to the restaurant鈥檚 character by integrating distinctive materials, lighting, and circular motifs symbolizing 鈥渉armony and togetherness.鈥 These elements articulate a multi-layered fa莽ade that enhances brand recognition and strengthens the restaurant鈥檚 visual and experiential appeal. On the right side of the elevation, where the elevator core and fire escape are located, dark aluminum grilles serve as a textured backdrop that accentuates the brand鈥檚 visual identity and a moon-inspired lighting feature. Toward the left, a series of design focal points unfold鈥攁 sculptural circular waiting area visible through floor-to-ceiling glass, a visually striking feature wall designed for photo opportunities, and a black-gray PU faux stone accent wall. These elements are framed by two zones of Japanese dry landscape (karesansui). The main entrance features a lathe-carved black circular panel resembling ripple patterns, serving as a sculptural focal point and wayfinding element that echoes the overall landscape and the dining concept of Japanese hot pot.
Inside, floors one and two are dedicated to general dining and feature high-back seating upholstered in latex-padded leather, balancing comfort with spatial privacy. Below the seats, hidden storage adds subtle functionality. The third floor offers two reservation-only private dining rooms with access to exclusive garden terraces, alongside staff-only zones. To address the original irregular floorplate, decorative wall panels were strategically placed to visually square the space while maintaining a clean, cohesive interior language.
Committed to health and safety, the restaurant uses carefully selected materials to minimize environmental impact and enhance the user experience. Faux stone finishes are used instead of natural stone to reduce resource extraction. All high-contact surfaces, including bathroom partitions, private room walls, and condiment counters, feature fire-retardant, non-toxic, antibacterial panels imported from Japan, offering tactile sophistication and peace of mind.
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Shaanxi University of Science and Technology
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Product Design - Wearables
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Gu Interior Design Workshop
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Interior Design - Residential聽
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Zihao Wang
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Architectural Design - Residential
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OOKADA / MUMU interior design
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Interior Design - Residential聽