Press Release
Marina Khalil Receives the Golden A' Design Award for Amar Beirut Restaurant in Interior Space and Exhibition Design
The international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Marina Khalil for interior space and exhibition design
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COMO, Italy, April 20, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ Amar Beirut Restaurant by Marina Khalil has been granted the Golden A' Design Award in the Interior Space and Exhibition Design category, A' Design Award & Competition has announced. The award was conferred within the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Golden A' Design Award
The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
Regarding Amar Beirut Restaurant
The Norblin Factory, a 2-hectare site in Warsaw's Wola district, holds a unique history. Formerly neglected, it's now a bustling city hub featuring offices, shops, restaurants, cafes, Food Town, an eco-bazaar, a boutique cinema, and an open-air museum. This museum commemorates the history of one of the largest industrial enterprises in the former Kingdom of Poland. Notably, the factory's main production area, once dedicated to cutlery, has been transformed into a distinctive restaurant, seamlessly blending the industrial past with modern spaces.
About Marina Khalil
MK Design is an esteemed interior design company renowned for its exceptional creativity and expertise in transforming spaces into luxurious and functional environments. Their relevance and importance stem from their remarkable achievements and contributions to the design industry. One of MK Design's major achievements is their consistent recognition in prestigious awards such as the London Design Award and Luxury Style Design Award. These accolades affirm their commitment to excellence and innovation in design. Additionally, their projects being published in magazines highlight their influence and contribution to shaping contemporary design trends.
Award Record
This recognition makes Marina Khalil a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award
The A' Interior Design Award is an international interior design competition recognizing good interior designs by interior designers and architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to interior designers, interior architects, architects and decorators from all countries. Typical entries include residential interiors, restaurants, hotels, offices, galleries and retail stores. The awarded interior designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/interior
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/155149
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/155149
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!155149
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/347952
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Amar Beirut Restaurant
- Function
- Restaurant
- Category
- Interior Space and Exhibition Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture and Packaging & Retail
- Colors
- Black, Saddle Brown, Sienna, Dim Gray and Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Marina Khalil
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
- Recognition
- Golden A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #155149
Credits
- Image Credits
- Main Image is; Photographer, Konrad Jędraszczak, Amar Beirut, 2023, Optional Image #1 is Image #2, Optional Image #2 is Image #3, Optional Image #3 is Image #4, Optional Image #4 is Image #5
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Norblin Factory is a 2hectare site in Warsaws Wola district filled with unique history. The area, which has been a neglected pearl of post-industrial architecture for years, is now a new part of the city with offices, shops, restaurants, cafes, Food Town, an eco-bazaar, a boutique cinema and an open-air museum commemorating the history of one of the largest industrial enterprises of the former Kingdom of Poland. The main production part of the factory producing cutlery was transformed to this.
- Inspiration
- The inspiration for this project stemmed from a desire to blend the ambiance of a museum with elements of traditional culture with a new culinary experience that was missing in Warsaw . Our motives were to create a distinguished atmosphere for visitors one of a a kind dining inside the factory museum We drew inspiration from the rich heritage of Lebanon cuisine incorporating elements such as decorative ceilings, walls adorned with traditional jugs, suspended cutlery decorations, and live music scenes. Our technical and research background involved extensive study of museum design and cultural integration
- Research
- The research was exploratory design research aimed at transforming the museum experience into a dining one. We used surveys, interviews, and observation, supported by questionnaires, 3D modeling, and ethnographic research. Visitors and experts participated. The results showed strong interest in merging dining with museums, leading to deeper cultural appreciation. This research has the potential to boost cultural tourism, create unique dining experiences, and influence future museum and restaurant design trends, benefiting businesses, society, and design itself.
- Challenge
- The most challenging aspect was harmonizing traditional museum aesthetics with a dining atmosphere. Creatively, we struggled to strike the right balance, ensuring cultural elements were celebrated without overwhelming the dining experience. External factors like available materials and technology influenced our design choices, while maintaining compliance with regulations added complexity. Socially, aligning with visitor expectations was crucial, considering their diverse backgrounds and preferences. Our research and iterative design process helped us navigate these challenges successfully.
- Realization and Technology
- Our design was meticulously crafted using a combination of materials and technologies. Ceramic tiles were chosen for their durability and aesthetic appeal, creating intricate patterns throughout the space. The pixel light new technology incorporated in our ceiling panels , were integrated to provide dynamic lighting effects. Wooden stripes were employed for their versatility, adding warmth and texture to the environment. Custom made furniture was designed to seamlessly blend with the overall concept. Advanced production methods and 3D modeling were employed to ensure precision and cohesion in the final design.
- Operation and Interaction
- Interaction happens naturally as visitors explore and experience the fusion of art and culture. There are no specific key frames; it is a fluid and immersive experience. The result is better because it creates a unique and memorable atmosphere that brings together the old and the new, making it a richer cultural experience for visitors.
- Project Duration and Location
- This project started in July 2022 and finished in June 2023 in Warsaw, Poland
- Specifications
- The area of project is 550 sqm including the rooftop.
- Keywords
- Restaurant, museum, interior design, Amar Beirut, Lebanese Restaurant
