Text description provided by architects. Located on De La Commune Street montrealThe Hyatt offers a luxurious and truly authentic dining experience right opposite the city’s famous Old Port.
The color palette of this Middle Eastern restaurant was inspired by the earthy tones of the Syrian deserts and the greenery that surrounds them. The sinuous roof lines mimic the smooth landscapes of the area, while also guiding guests through the dining space. The entire ceiling and most of the walls were painted a warm and attractive cream color, while the existing structure and window frames were coated with dark charcoal paint. On the other hand, the ancient stone walls at the front and rear were retained to demonstrate the history of the building.
The 1500 sq ft space has a main dining room, a bar, a kitchen and private toilets. The dining area is an open space with wooden floors and scattered tables. Above, a series of curved fabric banisters come together to create a central lighting piece, which is surrounded by several sleek beige pendant fixtures. Encircling the space, a long banquette extends behind the peripheral walls and two private booths are set up for larger groups. Each seat is upholstered in forest green leather and their backs are covered in silky pink velvet. Just behind, the kitchen is separated from the dining room by a walnut and hammered glass partition, allowing only glimpses of the action during service.
The bar offers a more intimate setting, with only a few bar stools and a chef’s table. This cozy ambiance is enhanced with dim, individual specialty light fixtures that are mounted on the bar between diners. An attractive teal, cream and pistachio marble covers the bar structure, somewhat mimicking the stone walls behind. The overall aim of the palette was to bring together Middle Eastern nature and Old World montreal Construction
All millwork is made from natural dark walnut. In addition to the bar, 2 other marbles cover the tables and service stations, each contributing their own touch of color to the space. In addition to the central fixture and scattered pendant globes, general illumination in the room comes from several indirect light sources. Whether it’s on the ceiling, behind the walls or beneath the millwork, multiple dimmable linear lights come together to create an inviting warm glow throughout the restaurant.
