Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
SAKO Architects
Post By:Kitticoon Poopong
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Designed by Japanese based firm,
SAKO Architects, the 14,000sq ft and two-story
Chinese restaurant has created quite the buzz.
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The white surfaces of the large space undulate in a place, and form six bands of ‘pleats’ that become the boundary for each space. In section, they appear like six ‘honeycombs’, leaving guests feeling like small bees in a hive. Over 1,000
oval shaped holes were created, and create continuity throughout the main dining area. In addition the restaurant houses a large traditional hall for groups, along with
VIP rooms for private parties.
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The inner side of the white surface is divided into two levels, consisting of a large room and private rooms. A spiral staircase penetrates between the levels, and in the center, about twenty-five thousand acrylic balls hang from the 9.2 m ceiling above. Drops of water dribble along the lines of the acrylic balls, and glitter under the strong ceiling light, creating quite an impressive focal point upon entering.
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The unordinary space and avant garde design is accomplished in a red, black, and white color scheme, creating the perfect modern and simple background to showcase the architect’s creative concept.
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| 3rd floor plan--drawing © Courtesy of SAKO Architects |
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| 4th floor plan--drawing © Courtesy of SAKO Architects |
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| detail section--drawing © Courtesy of SAKO Architects |
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| elevation--drawing © Courtesy of SAKO Architects |
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The people
Architects: SAKO Architects / Keiichiro SAKO, Takeshi ISHIZAKA , Keigo MIYAICHI
Location: Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
Lighting Design: Masahide Kakudate Lighting Architect & Associates,Inc.
Structure: Plusone
Building area: 1,300 sqm
Project Year: 2007-2008
Photographs: Courtesy of SAKO Architects
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