La Dolce Vita, a new luxury train created by Orient Express and Milan-based Dimore Studio, offers a fresh approach to rail travel across Italy. Designed to reflect the optimism and visual style of the 1960s, the project brings together design, gastronomy, and regional exploration. With eight curated routes stretching from coastal towns to vineyard-rich interiors, […] More
Bombo Italian Kitchen & Bar designed by Graham Baba Architects, brings a rich mix of Italian tradition and Pacific Northwest flavors to the heart of Seattle’s downtown. Situated inside the new Seattle Convention Center, the restaurant offers more than just food, it creates an experience shaped by thoughtful design and culinary depth. Located along the […] More
In February 2025, Saint Laurent will unveil the newly redesigned Rive Droite store in Paris after a year-long renovation. This transformation introduces a bold architectural approach, integrating furniture by Donald Judd in collaboration with Anthony Vaccarello. The store reopens as more than just a retail space, expanding into a multidisciplinary destination that bridges fashion, design, […] More
Ste Marie ’s latest project, Elio Volpe, embraces the laid-back charm of the Mediterranean, inspired by sun-soaked landscapes and nostalgic beachside escapes. Named after the Greek word for sun, the space offers a warm, lived-in ambiance, pulling from the weathered tones of Luigi Ghirri’s Kodachrome photography. Set in a repurposed garage, the design blends […] More
PPT Interiorismo has brought a fresh burst of life to Madrid’s Salamanca neighborhood with its interior design project for the new Mexican restaurant, Cabrón. This vibrant, two-storey eatery has quickly become a local hotspot, offering a casual atmosphere where patrons can savor delicious tacos and an extensive cocktail menu. Cabrón’s design reflects Mexican culture in […] More
SuperChina, Paris’s first home-made Chinese self-service restaurant, is revolutionizing the dining landscape with its innovative design by Rudy Guénaire. This establishment takes customers on a nostalgic journey, blending childhood memories with contemporary aesthetics. Conceived as a small vessel, SuperChina’s design invites customers to experience a blend of past and present through its unique, immersive […] More
Located near Hangzhou’s famed West Lake in China’s Zhejiang Province, the Purple Garden Restaurant is a prime example of blending tradition with modernity. Designed by LDP’s Lead Designer Lei Jian, the restaurant draws inspiration from Ming Dynasty Jiangnan gardens, creating a refined atmosphere for exceptional Hunan-style cuisine. By addressing the site’s initial flooding issues with […] More
Michelin-star chef Matthew Lightner presents his latest restaurant- ōkta, nestled in McMinnville, Oregon. Designed by Hacker Architects, ōkta offers a blend of exceptional cuisine and captivating atmosphere, crafting an unforgettable dining journey for every guest. Located in the historic downtown district, ōkta exudes a refined yet welcoming ambiance that reflects the essence of the Willamette […] More
Waterworks Food Hall, set to open its doors in June 2024, is poised to become one of Toronto’s most anticipated culinary destinations. Nestled within the vibrant King West neighborhood, this highly anticipated development promises to celebrate the city’s dynamic culinary scene within a beautifully restored heritage industrial building. Spearheaded by Woodcliffe Landmark Properties and MOD […] More
Redwood Tribe restaurant, located in the serene Hongqiyang Village, Tongxiang City, Zhejiang Province, was once a local folk house, surrounded by picturesque landscapes. To the north are green rice fields, and to the south is a peaceful pond surrounded by tall dawn redwood trees. Despite the absence of foliage during the architects’ inaugural visit, the […] More
Located in Liangzhu, Cong Banquet by Associate Interior Design combines tradition with innovation, paying homage to the ancient symbol of the Cong—a hollow piece of jade representing divine authority. This culinary sanctuary offers a blend of fusion cuisine and architectural elegance, with its design inspired by the Cong’s shape, color, and significance. From the serene […] More
The newly introduced Restaurant MMC, named Brutalism over the Sea, marks a bold architectural endeavor by the esteemed firm Zooco. Situated within the Cantabrian Maritime Museum complex in Santander, Spain, this project represents a striking fusion of contemporary design and historical context. Winner of the Architecture Masterprize 2023 award in the “Small Firm of Multidisciplinary […] More