Teru Sushi Ynterieurûntwerp foar Restaurant by Norihiko Terai

Teru Sushi Ynterieurûntwerp foar Restaurant by Norihiko Terai is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award yn Sulver in Ynterieurromte en Útstallingûntwerp Competition Category.

SulverYnterieur· 2025

Teru Sushi Ynterieurûntwerp foar Restaurant

by Norihiko Terai

Client: VRILLO Co., Ltd.

A' Design Award yn Sulver Winner in Ynterieur Category

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The Design

About Teru Sushi Ynterieurûntwerp foar Restaurant

Teru Sushi is in ynterieur fan in sushirestaurant yn Kitakyushu City, Japan. De romte fan 95 fjouwerkante meter is makke troch it renovearjen fan in besteande hoarekagelegenheid. Gasten komme binnen troch in trochgong ynspirearre op de teeseremoanje, dy't ferwachting opbout foardat men de haadromte berikt. Yn it midden stiet in rûne toanbank dy't as poadium fungearret, sadat elk plak in dúdlik sicht op de kok biedt. Lieme muorren, Italjaanske tegels, jiskehout en keramyske tegels makke yn de Mino-ierdewurktradysje omjouwe in polearre stiennen ôfwurking. Ferljochting set de keuken en it ambacht yn it ljocht.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award yn Sulver

Teru Sushi Ynterieurûntwerp foar Restaurant is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Sulver, in bûtengewoan prestisjeuze erkenning foar topûntwerpen dy't prachtich en yndrukwekkend binne. Sulverwinners binne tige briljante en ekstreem kreative wurken dy't de treflike ekspertize, it talint en de skerpsinnigens fan har ûntwerpers yllustrearje. Fan Teru Sushi Ynterieurûntwerp foar Restaurant wurdt ferwachte dat it in prachtich foarbyldwurk is, opmerklik profesjoneel en djip ynnovatyf. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Sulver is in tige opfallende, bewûndere útfining dy't foardiel bringt en de grinzen fan keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology ferleget. Teru Sushi Ynterieurûntwerp foar Restaurant is in skepping dêr't breed oerjûn wurdt, dy't winsken wekker makket, positive gefoelens bringt en ferwûnderjen en fernuvering opwekket.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Creates a theatrical space, distinct from typical dining venues. The tea ceremony-inspired approach heightens anticipation, leading to a dramatic counter. The black-toned space blends traditional craft with modern design, fostering intimacy. The circular counter acts as a stage, allowing close observation of the artisan's skill. Sensory presentations and cuisine provide a memorable experience. A new form of dining entertainment that harmonizes space and experience.
Dimensions & Packaging: 95㎡
Tags: Restaurant Design, Sushi Restaurant, Renovation, Japanese Culture, Traditional Beauty, Modern Design, Theater-Style Restaurant, Natural Materials, Earthen Walls, Coffered Ceiling, Mino Momoyama, Japanese Modern, Luxury Restaurant, Craftsmanship
Production Technology: Patrons enter, experiencing a blend of traditional and modern design. Warm earthen walls and Italian tiles create texture. Ash and wood at the entrance lead to a circular counter. Crafted ceramic tiles, continuing Mino pottery tradition, surround a polished stone finish. The space highlights artisanal skill and history, offering a unique dining journey.
Design Challenge: Create theatrical dining, breaking tradition. Hurdles: maximizing limited space, blending tradition/modernity, enhancing experience beyond design. Solutions: circular counter, nuanced lighting, material harmony, integrated performance elements. Result: a novel theatrical dining experience.
Research: Research analyzed customer preferences, revealing demand for entertainment in dining. Spatial design studies showed dark tones, natural materials, and stage lighting created memorable experiences. Theatrical space analysis proved circular counters and performances enhanced engagement. Project aimed to redefine dining with immersive entertainment.
Inspiration: A traditional dining establishment in Kitakyushu transformed into a theatrical entertainment space. A tea ceremony-inspired passage heightens anticipation, leading to a stage-like counter. Black-toned space blends traditional materials with modern tech. Sensory presentations and cuisine redefine the dining experience.
Project Duration: This restaurant is located in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka, Japan. The renovation began in July 2023 and was completed after approximately 90 days of construction.
Operation Flow: Enter via a tea ceremony-inspired path, unlike typical dining. Guests find a theater-like space with a central stage-counter. All seats offer clear chef views. Design uses traditional materials, like earthen walls and tiles, to engage all senses. Lighting highlights cuisine and chef skills. Guests enjoy chef interaction and community, experiencing a unique blend of space, craft, and culinary art.
Team Members: Interior designer : Norihiko Terai