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303 Shirahama Italian Restaurang by Ryohei Kanda

303 Shirahama Italian Restaurang by Ryohei Kanda is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award i Brons in Interiör- och Utställningsdesign Competition Category.


BronsInteriör· 2025

303 Shirahama Italian Restaurang

by Ryohei Kanda

Client: Roito Inc.

A' Design Award i Brons Winner in Interiör Category

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The Design

About 303 Shirahama Italian Restaurang

Polykarbonatskiljväggarna som utgör matsalen reflekterar utsikten över havet framför platsen, samtidigt som de bryter ljuset. Pendellampor och väggarmatur är placerade ovanpå skiljväggarna för att reflektera ljuset. Skiljväggarna reflekterar det inkommande solljuset och förändrar sitt uttryck över tid. Formgivaren strävade efter att skapa ett omslutande rum som sublimerar Shirahamas element genom ljus, samtidigt som det inkorporerar en utsikt som är sömlöst förbunden med omgivningen.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award i Brons

303 Shirahama Italian Restaurang är vinnare av A' Design Award i Brons, ett högst prestigefyllt erkännande som tilldelas enastående designverk som utmärker sig genom kreativitet, uppfinningsrikedom och klokhet. Bronsvinnare är mycket skickliga och slående kreativa föremål som styrker formgivarnas stora erfarenhet, fantasi och påhittighet. 303 Shirahama Italian Restaurang förväntas vara ett högt skattat, beundrat och älskat föremål som är anmärkningsvärt professionellt och innovativt. Detta vinnande verk i A' Design Award i Brons införlivar bästa praxis inom konst, vetenskap, design och teknik och är utmärkt genom sin omsorg om detaljer. 303 Shirahama Italian Restaurang tillfredsställer fantastiskt behov, rör vid längtan, charmar känslor och väcker nyfikenhet.

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties
The polycarbonate partitions that make up the dining area reflect the view of the ocean in front of the site, while at the same time refracting the light. Pendants and bracket lights are placed on top of the partitions to reflect the light. The partitions reflect the incoming sunlight and change their expression over time. We aimed to create an immersive space that sublimates the elements of Shirahama by light, while incorporating a view seamlessly connected to the outside.
Dimensions & Packaging
Floor: Mortar finished, Tile: Marazzi/ceppo di gre greige
Partitions: Custom-made specifications
Polycarbonate + blue gradation film applied
Tags
Italianrestaurant, blue, Restaurant, reflection
Production Technology
Polycarbonate has a ribbed material that connects the front and back surfaces and refracts and reflects light. We noticed that this characteristic resembles the look of the ocean when the sun reflects off it. Polycarbonate also has a slightly glossy surface, which reflects the scenery facing it. This allowed us to create a design that lightly reflects the outside scenery and seamlessly connects with the environment.
Design Challenge
Verification of light reflection and refraction by polycarbonate and lighting. Since the expression of light changes with layout and distance, studies were repeated to harmonize the best positioning and functional layout.
Research
I think the beauty and comfort in nature is a common understanding that everyone feels, regardless of generation or race. In this age of diversity, taking design cues from nature is a way to create connections between people. This is the most important aspect of interior design, and I hope to create a connection between design and the environment through human connection.
Inspiration
Shirarahama Beach in front of the property is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Kansai region, from which Nanki-Shirahama takes its name, and the development of the town has spread along with the sea. People gather there and feel a strong connection between the city and the sea. I felt that many memories of this town exist along with the sea. By incorporating this view of the sea into the interior of “303,” we wanted to create a design that would connect with this place.
Project Duration
The project started in August 2021 and finished in September 2023 in Shirahama
Operation Flow
Our approach to this project emphasizes sustainability and architectural integrity. By reusing the existing building and incorporating materials that enhance natural light, the design maximizes aesthetic appeal while minimizing environmental impact. The design also takes into consideration the harmonious landscape and familiarity of the area by taking advantage of its unique characteristics.
Team Members
Ryohei Kanda
Image Credits
Design credit: Roito Inc.
Photo credit: Nacasa&Partners

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