Petit Potato Bar hinaspa Mikhuna Wasi Ukhu Diseño by Long Wu

Petit Potato Bar hinaspa Mikhuna Wasi Ukhu Diseño by Long Wu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Burunsi Premiu in Ukupi Kamay Competition Category.

BurunsiUkupi· 2025

Petit Potato Bar hinaspa Mikhuna Wasi Ukhu Diseño

by Long Wu

Client: Hashtag Theory Inc.

A' Design Award Burunsi Premiu Winner in Ukupi Category

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The Design

About Petit Potato Bar hinaspa Mikhuna Wasi Ukhu Diseño

Petit Potato nisqaqa huk bar hinaspa mikhuna wasim, Toronto llaqtapa chawpin, Bay Street ñanpi tarikun. Ukhu chhikan 4,435 pie kuwadrarayuqmi, hinaspa kimsa t'iqrasqa suyukunapi rakisqa: Luminous Lagoon (K'anchaq Quchaqucha), Ethereal Forest (Ch'iw Sach'a Sach'a), hinaspa Spiritual Cave (Ánima Mach'ay) sutiyuq. Kawsayniyuq ruwaykuna, achka patapatapi textura, hinaspa kuyuq k'anchaykunam huk thaskaq samaykuyta ruwan, achka runayuq llaqtap muyuriqninmanta. Textura kaq azulejokuna, k'anchariq metalkuna, hinaspa sasa mankachasqa qura sach'a llapan ukhupi churasqa kachkan. Ñawpaq kaq columnakuna sach'a hina rikch'ayta hap'ichisqa kanku, hinaspa quraq installacionkunaqa uraqman t'ikrasqa warkusqam kachkan.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Burunsi Premiu

Petit Potato Bar hinaspa Mikhuna Wasi Ukhu Diseño A' Design Award Burunsi Premiu mishak kan, jatun yupaychay, kayta mana shuk shina, mushuk yuyaypi, yuyaypi shinallatak chaskik kaypi riksishka diseñukunaman kun. Burunsi mishak kashkakunaka ruray ushayta charik shinallatak mancharina mushuk rurashkakunami, paykunata rurakkunapak achka yachayta, yuyayta shinallatak ruray ushayta rikuchinku. Petit Potato Bar hinaspa Mikhuna Wasi Ukhu Diseño sinchi yupaychashka, kuyashka shinallatak riksishka shuk ruray kanata munanku, ruray yuyaywan shinallatak mushuk yuyaywan. Kay Burunsi Premiu japishka diseñuka arti, siensia, diseñu shinallatak tekinolojíapi ashtawan alli ruraykunata tantachin shinallatak ima ukumanta rikuypi sumak kan. Petit Potato Bar hinaspa Mikhuna Wasi Ukhu Diseño mañaykunata alli paktachin, munaykunata llankan, shunkuta kuyachin shinallatak yachayta munayta kallarichin.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Located on Bay Street in downtown Toronto, this bar and restaurant contrasts the dense urban landscape of glass towers and corporate bustle. Divided into three zones, Luminous Lagoon, Ethereal Forest, and Spiritual Cave, it offers a sensory escape through organic forms, layered textures, and dynamic lighting. Blending fantasy and nature, this biophilic retreat near major transit hubs and luxury retail transports guests from city chaos into tranquility.
Dimensions & Packaging: Enchanted Escape to Surreal Biophilia spans approximately 4,435 SQFT, with key spatial elements adding depth to the design.
Tags: Biophilic, Surrealism, Lighting, Organic, Aquatic, Dreamlike, Restaurant Design, Bar Design
Production Technology: The design of Enchanted Escape to Surreal Biophilia was realized using 3D modeling and rendering software through a variety of different designs. Materials like textured tiles, reflective metals, and natural wood were chosen for their tactile and visual impact. Dynamic lighting with smart controls enhances the immersive atmosphere. The upside-down plant installations, achieved through trial and error, required innovative structural solutions, with multiple prototypes tested to balance stability and visual impact, refining the design for both aesthetic and safety.
Design Challenge: Lighting had to shift atmospheres without overwhelming the space. Existing structural columns were creatively transformed into tree-like forms, blending with the environment. The upside-down plant installations needed careful placement to defy gravity and align with the lighting scheme.
Research: The project aims to create an immersive bar and restaurant that contrasts the rigid urban environment of downtown Toronto with nature-inspired, surreal design elements. Zones like the Luminous Lagoon, Ethereal Forest, and Spiritual Cave foster relaxation and escape, blending biophilic design with fantasy. Organic forms, dynamic lighting, and layered textures offer patrons a journey through tranquil, nature-infused spaces. The design strikes a balance between providing a retreat from the city's hustle and maintaining functional spaces for dining and social interaction.
Inspiration: The design for Enchanted Escape to Surreal Biophilia draws inspiration from:

1. Biophilic Design and Surrealism: Drawing from nature's inherent tranquility, the design incorporates organic shapes and textures to evoke a sense of escape. Inspired by surrealism, the space merges fantasy with reality, creating an immersive, dreamlike atmosphere that connects guests to a reimagined natural world.

2. Aquatic Inspiration: Lighting and reflective surfaces mimic the fluidity of underwater environments, enhancing the surreal ambiance and providing a calming, otherworldly experience.
Project Duration: Started: May 2023
Completed: August 2024
Location: Downtown Toronto Bay Street
Operation Flow: The design of Enchanted Escape to Surreal Biophilia creates an immersive experience, transporting guests from the fast-paced Bay Street atmosphere into a serene, otherworldly retreat. Through dynamic lighting, organic forms, and surreal elements, the space fosters a sense of wonder and tranquility. Easy navigation and distinct zones, like the Luminous Lagoon and Ethereal Forest, guide guests on a journey that evolves throughout their visit. The lighting subtly shifts to enhance mood, ensuring each visit feels unique, personal, and deeply engaging.
Team Members: Derek Yeung