From an underground speakeasy hong kong For an American “Cathedral of Fried Chicken,” here are Dezeen’s Top 10 Restaurants and Bars Of 2024,
The two main trends in bar and restaurant interiors featured on Dezeen this year were sculptural design, as seen at Stockholm’s Persona restaurant, and natural materials, such as the passage made of firewood at Bar Car in Kuala Lumpur.
Designers also played with lighting, with innovative design projects including illuminated arches and light-colored light domes inspired by the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright.
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Tactile cork floors and tiled wooden tables create a cozy atmosphere at the Superfreak Inn sydneywhich local studio ysg Designed for a retro feel.
Its 1970s-style aesthetic is also seen in the choice of vintage furniture pieces and lighting. Warm yellow and high-vibe green add color to the relaxing space.
Persona, Sweden, by Eric Bratsberg
Interior designer Eric Bratsberg used a variety of materials for his designs Stockholm‘s Persona restaurant, which was decorated asymmetrically terrazzo And painted brass details.
Bratsberg created several artworks for the space, whose interior was partly inspired by mid-century Italian design and included furniture in organic, sculptural shapes.
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designer Rockwell Group This Korean restaurant is described in new york city As in “the cathedral of fried chicken”.
Lit by lighted arches made of wavy glass, the venue’s interior is dark and moody and filled with green leather and dark walnut booths.
Aosta, Portugal, by Studio Gameiro
craftsmanship of portugalThe Antigua region informed the interior of this restaurant in the town of Almancil. Designed by local firm Studio Gameiro, it was named Aosta. Restaurant and Bar Interior of the Year At this year’s Dezeen Awards.
four meters long bench Made from ancient rock salt, this spot creates an unusual focal point in the space, which is filled with custom-made furniture and walls made of soft lime plaster in earthy beige and brown.
Artifact Bar, Hong Kong by NCDA
local studio NCDA Underground water reserves were referenced when designing this underground speakeasy in downtown hong kong,
It also featured sci-fi spaceships and brutalist architecture for the interior of the basement space, which features a glowing disk above the bar that was intended to illuminate an artificial sunset.
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El Fant Café and Bar by Yatofu, Finland
Finnish Design Studio yatofu El Fant café and bar in Helsinki’s old town was designed with the help of local craftsmen.
The studio used four-centimeter-thick pine boards from northern Finland to create its custom-made furniture, some of which was painted hot red. At the center of the bar, a custom Galvanised Steel The bar adds an interesting textural contrast to the wood.
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Singapore’s Restaurant Makan Mexico City Its interior is made of recycled and sustainable materials, including white Oak Wood, which was used to make most of the furniture.
“This choice not only highlights the natural beauty of the surroundings, but also ensures proper management of natural resources, promoting environmental protection and sustainable support to local industry,” said design studio Locus.
The Pinky Ring, US, by Bruno Mars and Yabu Pushelberg
The most read Dezeen Interiors story in the Restaurants & Bars category this year was about The Pinky Ring, a cocktail lounge and music venue at the Bellagio Casino. las vegas,
Musician Bruno Mars and Design Studio Yabu Pushelberg They worked together to create its interior, which includes luxurious touches like golden curtains, a mirrored ceiling and a sunken conversation pit.
Lena Stores by North End Design, UK
Italian restaurant chain Lena Stores worked with interior studio North End Design to design its Kensington location LondonWhich is decorated in the brand’s signature pistachio green color.
Design details include a coffee bar with a dark wood top stainless steel and arched steel lamps with hanging globe lights.
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bar car, malaysia, by astronauts
This restaurant in Kuala Lumpur was designed by Architecture Studio Astronaut In reference to clay ovens historically used to cook and smoke food in the ground.
The studio used natural materials including wood Stone To create the interior, which was designed to feel like “stepping into a giant vessel”, Spacemen founder Edward Tan told Dezeen.