Osolemio Italian Restaurant Disinn ta' Intern ta' Ristorant by Ran Du

Osolemio Italian Restaurant Disinn ta' Intern ta' Ristorant by Ran Du is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż in Disinn ta' Spazji Interjuri u Wirjiet Competition Category.

BronżInterjur· 2026

Osolemio Italian Restaurant Disinn ta' Intern ta' Ristorant

by Ran Du

Client: Hubei Yandu Puyi Decoration Engineering Co., Ltd.

Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż Winner in Interjur Category

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The Design

About Osolemio Italian Restaurant Disinn ta' Intern ta' Ristorant

Osolemio huwa disinn ta' intern għal ristorant Taljan ta' madwar 380 metru kwadru. Il-karatteristika ċentrali hija skultura tal-irħam li ddur ta' Aurora, l-alla mara taż-żerniq, minquxa b'magna u mqiegħda fuq pedestall motorizzat b'sistemi ta' ilma u ċpar. Soqfa bil-mirja u dawl LED sħun jirriflettu l-ilma li jiċċaqlaq. Arkati, forom ivvultati, ram isfar, terrakotta u pannelli tal-ħuxlief ifakkru fl-arkitettura tan-Nofsinhar tal-Italja. Il-postijiet fejn wieħed joqgħod bilqiegħda huma rranġati biex iħarsu lejn l-iskultura, u d-dawl jinbidel minn binhar għal billejl biex isostni kemm ikliet każwali kif ukoll l-użu ta' filgħaxija.

The Recognition

About the Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż

Osolemio Italian Restaurant Disinn ta' Intern ta' Ristorant huwa rebbieħ tal-Premju A' Design Award tal-Bronż, rikonoxximent prestiġjuż ħafna mogħti lil disinji eċċellenti ddistingwuti mill-kreattività, l-ingenwità u l-għaqal. Ir-rebbieħa tal-Bronż huma xogħlijiet bi ħila biżżejjed u kreattivi b'mod impressjonanti li jawtentikaw l-esperjenza vasta, l-immaġinazzjoni u l-ħila ta' riżorsi tad-disinjaturi tagħhom. Huwa mistenni li Osolemio Italian Restaurant Disinn ta' Intern ta' Ristorant ikun oġġett imqabbar ħafna, mammirat u maħbub, notevolment professjonali u innovattiv. Dan id-disinn rebbieħ tal-Bronż jinkorporaw l-aħjar prattiki fl-arti, ix-xjenza, id-disinn u t-teknoloġija u huwa eċċellenti fl-attenzjoni għad-dettalji. Osolemio Italian Restaurant Disinn ta' Intern ta' Ristorant jissodisfa l-ħtiġijiet b'mod eċċellenti, imiss ix-xewqat, jinċanta s-sentimenti u jattira l-kurżità.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: This design reimagines an Italian restaurant as a spatial sonnet. At its center, a rotating marble fountain of the goddess Aurora combines movement, mist, and reflection to evoke the eternal sunrise. The mirrored ceiling amplifies light play, while bilingual arches, engraved literary fragments, and Tuscan inspired materials create an immersive and symbolic dining journey. The design also includes thoughtful zoning and sustainable features to enhance both beauty and functionality.
Dimensions & Packaging: The total restaurant space measures approximately 380 square meters. The rotating fountain sculpture has a diameter of 1800 millimeters and a height of 2800 millimeters. Vaulted ceilings reach 3500 millimeters at their peak. Lighting includes LED fixtures with color temperatures between 2200 and 3000 Kelvin. Primary materials include white marble, brass, Tuscan-style thatch, mirrored steel, terracotta vessels, and sustainable faux greenery.
Tags: Italian Restaurant Design, Rotating Marble Fountain, Goddess Aurora, Kinetic Centerpiece, Immersive Lighting, Mediterranean Myth, Poetic Dining Space, Tuscan Materials, Sustainable Interiors, Cultural Storytelling
Production Technology: The sculpture is crafted from CNC-carved white marble and sits on a motorized rotating pedestal with integrated water and mist systems. Lighting combines LED technology with hand-blown glass pendants. Ceiling thatch panels are sourced from sustainable Tuscan-style materials. Faux vines are made from flame-retardant, UV-resistant polyethylene. Materials and systems were selected for durability, visual warmth, and ease of maintenance, allowing both aesthetic and operational excellence.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was balancing poetic storytelling with commercial use. It was difficult to make a kinetic sculpture safe, durable, and operable in a dining setting. Another challenge was translating myth and history into modern materials without becoming too literal or decorative. Local safety codes, mechanical constraints, and supply limits also shaped key design decisions throughout the process.
Research: This is a design-led cultural research project. The goal was to translate Mediterranean myth into a sensory space. The team used case studies of Italian architecture, field studies of Tuscan materials, and emotional mapping through interviews with diners. Tools included mood boards, lighting tests, and mock-ups. Results showed stronger guest recall and emotional connection. Insights proved that kinetic art and symbolism can enhance both branding and guest satisfaction.
Inspiration: The concept was inspired by the Italian ballad O Sole Mio and the myth of Aurora, goddess of dawn. The aim was to translate this lyrical and mythological heritage into a spatial experience. Research into Southern Italian architecture, Renaissance light studies, and classical literature, particularly Dante's Divine Comedy. By integrating light, sculpture, and natural elements, the project seeks to celebrate Mediterranean culture while offering a unique brand and guest experience.
Project Duration: The project started in September 2024 in Shanghai, China and finished in January 2025.
Operation Flow: Guests enter through floral arches into a softly lit space anchored by the rotating Aurora sculpture. As the fountain turns, mist and water reflect light onto mirrored ceilings, creating a dynamic, ever-changing environment. Seating is arranged to offer views of the sculpture, encouraging visual and emotional engagement. The lighting shifts from day to night, supporting a natural flow from casual dining to vibrant nightlife.
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Fan Jing Space Photography, Osolemio Italian Restaurant, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Fan Jing Space Photography, Osolemio Italian Restaurant, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Fan Jing Space Photography, Osolemio Italian Restaurant, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Fan Jing Space Photography, Osolemio Italian Restaurant, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Fan Jing Space Photography, Osolemio Italian Restaurant, 2025.