Turandot Restaurant by Assel Kalyk is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Bronze A' Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design Competition Category.
BronzeInterior· 2025
Turandot Restaurant
by Assel Kalyk
Client: Turandot
Bronze A' Design Award Winner in Interior Category
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About Turandot Restaurant
Turandot is a restaurant interior that blends Chinese and Italian aesthetics. The space covers 850 square meters on two levels. Two halls are unified by a single design solution: brass pipes that conceal the electrical wiring. The Chinese Hall features traditional ornaments and dragon motifs. The Italian Hall presents a modern digital fresco based on the David by Michelangelo. Materials include marble, granite, gypsum, brass and agate. Almost all elements are handcrafted, and the lighting fixtures are custom made. The interior expresses a dialogue between two cultures.
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About the Bronze A' Design Award
Turandot Restaurant is a Bronze A' Design Award winner, a highly prestigious recognition granted to outstanding designs distinguished by creativity, ingenuity, and astuteness. Bronze winners are amply skillful and strikingly creative artifacts that authenticate the vast experience, imagination, and resourcefulness of their designers. Turandot Restaurant is expected to be a highly regarded, admired, and cherished object that is notably professional and innovative. This Bronze A' Design Award-winning design incorporates best practices in art, science, design, and technology, and is excellent for its attention to detail. Turandot Restaurant splendidly satisfies needs, touches desires, charms feelings, and appeals to curiosity.
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- Unique Properties
- Turandot Restaurant is a conceptual project blending Chinese and Italian aesthetics. Two halls are unified by a single design solution: brass pipes (1,000m) that conceal electrical wiring. The Chinese Hall features traditional ornaments and dragons, while the Italian Hall showcases a modern digital fresco of Michelangelo’s “David”. Materials include marble, agate, and custom lighting. The project symbolizes cultural dialogue, merging art and innovation.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The space is 850 square meters and consists of two levels.
- Tags
- turandot, astana, expo, turkestan
- Production Technology
- The restaurant’s design features natural materials such as marble, granite, gypsum, brass, and agates, adding elegance and luxury to the interior. Almost all elements are handcrafted, creating a unique atmosphere. Custom-designed lighting fixtures enhance the space, providing a refined ambiance. Every detail is carefully considered to ensure guests experience style, comfort, and a high level of design.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by a dialogue between ancient Eastern traditions and modern Western elegance, Turandot Restaurant transforms dining into an immersive art experience. The fusion of intricate Chinese motifs with a contemporary interpretation of classical art inspires innovation and timeless beauty in every detail from brass piping to bespoke lighting fixtures.
- Project Duration
- Project implementation began in 2015, and the opening took place in 2018 in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan.
- Operation Flow
- The restaurant in the capital of Kazakhstan has become popular due to its unique combination of Chinese and Italian cuisine, exclusive design, prestigious location, and high level of service. The use of fresh ingredients, original dish presentation, and stylish ambiance attract both business clients and food enthusiasts. Smart marketing, word of mouth, and social media activity ensure a steady flow of guests and a growing reputation.
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