The interior design of Yamagishi Yakiniku is inspired by Daidokoro (traditional Japanese kitchen), which is considered the place protected by fire spirit in Japan. Local people believe that fire can provide a source of warmth and protection from predators and was an essential method for cooking food in ancient times. Thus, Daidokoro or Kamado becomes a place where fire and humans connect. One of the highlighted experiences is to grill Hiyama beef on the Yakiniku stove in front of customers. Each table is designed to mimic a small Daidokoro to allow people to feel the heat of the fire and visualise the cooking process of their delicious food. The polished curves of traditional Kamado demonstrate exquisite craftsmanship and prove the homeowner's social status. The same curves are applied to walls, ceiling and throughout the design to create a sense of fluidity and softness. Contrasting to the bustling traditional kitchen, the designer tries to create a calm and soothing ambience, allowing customers to escape from the rhythm of urban life. By using natural materials and textures such as clay, stone and tiles, while paying extra attention to the lighting ambience and effect, customers can fully immerse themselves in a unique food journey.
Yamagishi Yakiniku
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Qi Wei
Member, Urban Renewal Professional Committee, Vanke Shanghai Area
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Michela Falcone
Architect / Educator
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Astin le Clercq
Cofounder and Design Director
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Melissa Amarelo
Cofounder and Creative Director
at Toi Toi Toi Creative Studio
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Mao Hua
Founder
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Simal Yesiltepe
Founder and Creative Director
at Simal Yes Studio
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Massimiliano Tosetto
Managing Director
at Lodes
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Amber Feijen
Spatial and Concept Designer
at 5AM
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Bernhard Kurz
Founder
at IFUB*
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Thijn de Ruijter
Founder and Executive Partner
at Karin Lauwers Agencies
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Karen El Asmar
Architect & Interaction Designer
at Tech
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Britt Berden
Senior Creative Strategist
at FranklinTill
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Claudia Mazzucato
Associate Designer and Architect
at THDP
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Bob Chen
Founder
at Bob Chen Design Office
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Lisa Torreggiani
Partner
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Sophie van Winden
Director
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Designer
Client
Foodmazing
Floor area
249 ㎡
Completion
2021
Budget
500000
Accessories
Lighting