The designs overall palette reflects a harmonious blend of warm neutrals and subtle accents often seen in Japanese interiors. As evident by the customized Japanese ocean wave themed wallcovering that engulfs the main dining area, inspired by Mori Yuzan’s book “Waves and Ripples Ha Bun Shu” the refined imagery coupled with the lines and textures creates a serene atmosphere. This delicate balance of food, materials, textures and scenes makes for a seamless integration of the cuisine and culture.
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As part of the dining experience, a custom full height cabinetry where merchandises can be displayed covers the restaurants facade exclusively apart from a concealed entrance. This mysterious entryway offers a sensory journey into the heart of Japanese culture. Haru Shabu Shabu stands as a testament of our commitment to innovative and culturally immersive design practice.
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The challenge was honoring the space's original features while modernizing it. We needed to work within existing architectural conditions, preserving what made the space special while introducing contemporary design elements. This blend of preservation and innovation required thoughtful, creative solutions.
We started by verifying existing site conditions and identifying features to preserve. We then assessed operational needs and developed renderings integrating new elements with original architecture. We selected materials complementing the existing character, created construction drawings, and coordinated execution within budget.
Minimal involvement, which was ideal for them. The contractor followed our detailed drawings during construction, and we managed all coordination and decisions. This hands-off approach allowed the client to focus on running their other restaurant locations while we handled the project execution.
Through smart budget allocation. We invested in the custom wallpaper as the defining feature that instantly establishes the Japanese aesthetic. By prioritizing this high-impact element and balancing it with cost-effective choices elsewhere, we achieved an elevated look within budget and on time.
The restaurant gained global recognition by winning the International Design Awards 2023. Beyond the prestige, the elevated Japanese aesthetic created a memorable dining environment that differentiated them in the market and attracted a loyal customer base.
Yes! Projects where thoughtful design strategy creates elevated results within practical parameters are exactly what we do best. Whether Japanese restaurants or other dining concepts that balance heritage with contemporary updates, we're actively accepting projects like this.
Photos of your space and any existing floor plans. This helps us assess the space's potential before our site visit. During that first meeting, we'll take measurements and discuss your concept, operational flow, and design goals.
Email us at info@dexignmatter.com with your location, restaurant type, timeline, and budget range. We'll schedule a consultation to explore your concept and determine if we're the right fit.
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Dexign Matter is an independent creative interior design studio based in Toronto.