Claude's Kitchen Primary Function: Resturente ea ho Ja Letsatsi Lohle by Mika Kanayama

Claude's Kitchen Primary Function: Resturente ea ho Ja Letsatsi Lohle by Mika Kanayama is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Sebaka sa Ka Hare le Dipontsho Competition Category.

BoronseKa Hare· 2025

Claude's Kitchen Primary Function: Resturente ea ho Ja Letsatsi Lohle

by Mika Kanayama

Client: Muzo

Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award Winner in Ka Hare Category

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The Design

About Claude's Kitchen Primary Function: Resturente ea ho Ja Letsatsi Lohle

Book Text: Sebaka sena se etselitsoe ho fana ka boiphihlelo ba ho ja bo phelang, bo bulehileng le moea o amohelang. Se na le bara, libaka tse tharo tsa ho jella, le likamore tse peli tsa lekunutu. Moralo ona o bontša ponahalo e bonolo empa e hloekileng, e nang le marulelo a 'mala oa lefubelu le letala le khutsisang a kopanyang sebaka, a tlatsoang ke thepa e tlase le limela tse ngata tse tala. Mafensetere a mararo a marulelong a lumella leseli la tlhaho ho tšolla sebakeng sena, ho phahamisa bulehang le ho totobatsa marulelo a ikhethang sebakeng se seng le se seng, ho theha tikoloho e hloekileng empa e phutholohileng bakeng sa baeti.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award

Claude's Kitchen Primary Function: Resturente ea ho Ja Letsatsi Lohle ke mohapi oa Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award, kananelo e hlomphehang haholo e fuoang meralo e ikhethang e tsejoang ka boqapi, bohlale ba ho qapa le bohlale. Bahapi ba Boronse ke lintho tse nang le bokhoni ka ho felletseng le boqapi bo hlollang tse tiisang boiphihlelo bo bongata, mohopolo le bokhoni ba ho iphumana ba baqapi ba tsona. Claude's Kitchen Primary Function: Resturente ea ho Ja Letsatsi Lohle e lebelletsoe ho ba ntho e hlomphuoang haholo, e ratoang le e ratehang, e nang le boprofeshenale bo bonahalang le mehopolo e mecha. Moralo ona o hapileng Moputso oa Boronse oa A' Design Award o kenyelletsa mekhoa e metle ka ho fetesisa bonong, mahlaleng, moralong le theknolojing mme o hlahella ka ho tsepamisa maikutlo lintlheng tse nyenyane. Claude's Kitchen Primary Function: Resturente ea ho Ja Letsatsi Lohle e kutloisisa litlhoko hantle, e ama litakatso, e hapa maikutlo mme e tsosa takatso ea ho tseba.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The space is designed to offer a dynamic dining experience with an open, welcoming atmosphere. The layout features a bar area, three distinct dining zones, two private dining rooms. The overall design embodies a smart-casual aesthetic, highlighted by calm navy ceilings that unify the space and a harmonious blend of low materials paired with abundant greenery. Three skylights placed throughout the venue flood the space with natural light during the day, adding an element of openness and highlighting the feature ceiling in each dining area.
Dimensions & Packaging: The area of project is
Ground Floor - 207 SQ M
First Floor - 381 SQ M
Tags: Restaurant design, all day dining, Claudes kitchen, interior design
Production Technology: The production technology for this project utilises a thoughtful combination of traditional and modern materials. The walls incorporate both old and new bricks, skillfully blending the textures to maintain heritage while introducing contemporary design. Three skylights are strategically placed to optimize natural light, reducing reliance on artificial lighting and enhancing the space’s energy efficiency. Bespoke metal panels and shelving with reeded glass are custom-designed, combining precision craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques.
Design Challenge: Through case studies and design analysis, this research explores how the arrangement of spaces influences occupant movement and the overall atmosphere. The findings provide insights into creating seamless, well-connected environments in hospitality settings. Additionally, the study addresses the challenge of selecting materials and wood treatments that comply with fire safety regulations without compromising the aesthetic integrity of the design, balancing safety and style effectively.
Research: The strategic use of space and layout in architectural design focusing on how different areas within a multi zone environment are organized to optimize flow and functionality. Specifically the research examines the integration of two distinct premises joined together investigating how their combined layout can enhance spatial coherence and user experience. By analysing the interaction between various zones such as bars, dining areas, and private spaces this study identifies key design principles that facilitate smooth transitions and maintain a sense of openness and connection.
Inspiration: The restaurant is located in the heart of the West End, in Leicester Square, London. The design is inspired by the creation of a calm space that evokes the feeling of being in an outdoor courtyard, offering an oasis amidst the surrounding hustle and bustle of one of London’s most vibrant tourist areas.
Project Duration: 6 Months, Leicester Square, London UK
Operation Flow: Upon entry, guests are greeted by the bar, with rustic turquoise tiles and opal globe pendant lights casting a soft glow over the curved counter. The tunnel dining area, illuminated by pendant lights and reeded glass-boxed metal frames, offers intimacy. Under a large skylight, the main dining area is filled with natural light by day and glowing feature lights by night. Central banquette seating, surrounded by greenery, enhances privacy, complemented by brick walls and glass cylinder lights.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Muzo 2025
Image Credits: All images: Photographer Sara Hibbert