Portobella Symphony Ensisijainen käyttötarkoitus: Ravintola by Aysel Mahmudlu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Hopeapalkinto A' Design Award in Sisustusmuotoilu Competition Category.
HopeaSisustus· 2026
Portobella Symphony Ensisijainen käyttötarkoitus: Ravintola
Client: Restaurant Project-Portobella
Hopeapalkinto A' Design Award Winner in Sisustus Category
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The Design
About Portobella Symphony Ensisijainen käyttötarkoitus: Ravintola
Tässä projektissa yhdistyvät harvinaisella tavalla koko tilan kattavat käsintehdyt stukkokatot ja avokeittiökonsepti, joka tuo ruokailuun läpinäkyvyyttä ja teatterillisuutta. Jokainen kattokoriste ja pylväiden yksityiskohta on käsityöläisten veistämä, mikä antaa ravintolalle museomaisen tunnelman. Kristallikruunujen, pastellisävyisten seinien ja mittatilaustyönä valmistettujen kalusteiden kanssa muotoilu yhdistää klassisen loiston moderniin vieraanvaraisuuteen luoden hienostuneen mutta kutsuvan tunnelman.
The Recognition
About the Hopeapalkinto A' Design Award
Portobella Symphony Ensisijainen käyttötarkoitus: Ravintola on Hopeapalkinnon A' Design Award -voittaja, äärimmäisen arvostettu tunnustus, joka myönnetään huippuluokan, upeille ja vaikuttaville designeille. Hopeavoittajat ovat äärimmäisen loistavia ja erittäin luovia teoksia, jotka havainnollistavat suunnittelijoidensa erinomaista asiantuntemusta, lahjakkuutta ja terävyyttä. Portobella Symphony Ensisijainen käyttötarkoitus: Ravintola:n odotetaan olevan ihana, esimerkillinen teos, joka on huomattavan ammattimainen ja syvästi innovatiivinen. Tämä Hopeapalkinnon A' Design Award -voittajadesign on erittäin merkittävä, ihailtu keksintö, joka hyödyttää taiteen, tieteen, designin ja teknologian rajojen laajentamista. Portobella Symphony Ensisijainen käyttötarkoitus: Ravintola on laajalti kadehdittu luomus, joka herättää haluja, tuo myönteisiä tunteita ja sytyttää hämmästystä ja ihmetystä.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The project combines hand-crafted stucco ceilings extending across the entire space with an open kitchen concept that introduces transparency and a sense of performance. Each ceiling ornament and column detail was sculpted by artisans, highlighting cultural heritage. Crystal chandeliers, pastel-toned walls, and custom-made furniture establish a dialogue between classical references and contemporary hospitality, resulting in a refined environment with a welcoming character.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The restaurant covers 800 sq. meters with a ceiling height of 7.5 meters. Floors feature wood-imitation ceramic tiles, complemented by hand-crafted stucco moldings and a custom staircase with brass accents. An open kitchen fosters transparency, while acoustic adjustments ensure comfort in the double-height space.
- Tags
- Luxury Restaurant Interior, Handcrafted Stucco Ceiling, Bespoke chandeliers, open kitchen dining, European elegance, cultural heritage design, contemporary luxury, architectural molding, fine dining experience, Baku design landmark,Azerbaijan restaurant
- Production Technology
- The project features hand-crafted stucco moldings for ceilings and columns, decorative plaster wall finishes, and ceramic tiles imitating wood for durability in a high-traffic space. Marble-effect porcelain defines key surfaces, while bespoke metalwork with brass accents shapes staircases and railings. Custom lighting fixtures highlight details and enhance atmosphere.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge was to reinterpret traditional stucco and molding techniques within a contemporary restaurant setting, balancing artisanal craftsmanship with modern construction standards for durability, acoustics, and functionality. Another difficulty involved integrating an open kitchen into a refined dining hall while coordinating large-scale custom ceilings executed entirely by hand.
- Research
- The project draws on research into European palatial interiors and the tradition of handcrafted stucco. Historical molding techniques were reinterpreted with modern materials to ensure durability while retaining artisanal character. The design integrates cultural heritage with contemporary hospitality, creating a multisensory environment where tradition meets modernlifestyle.
- Inspiration
- The design draws inspiration from European palaces and the tradition of artisan craftsmanship. It revives hand-crafted stucco work within a contemporary restaurant setting, while incorporating an open kitchen to emphasize transparency and interaction between chef and guest. The project aims to create a cultural dining space where heritage and modern lifestyle converge.
- Project Duration
- The project was conceived in 2021 and completed in 2022 in Baku, Azerbaijan, establishing a restaurant that blends European influences with the city’s dining culture.
- Operation Flow
- The open kitchen reveals the cooking process, reinforcing transparency and trust. The layout supports smooth circulation, while coordinated colors, textures, and lighting guide guests intuitively through the space. The design balances hospitality and efficiency to enhance interaction.
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to Aysel Mahmudlu, Azul Bureau, 2024. All rights reserved.
- Team Members
- Aysel Mahmudlu, Lead Designer and Creative Director, Azul Bureau
- Image Credits
- Photographer: Akbarov Eldar
Interior Design: Azul Bureau, Aysel Mahmudlu
Project Direction: Aysel Mahmudlu
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