Mamuli Primär funktion: Restaurang by Soia Design

Mamuli Primär funktion: Restaurang by Soia Design is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award i Guld in Interiör- och Utställningsdesign Competition Category.

GuldInteriör· 2025

Mamuli Primär funktion: Restaurang

by Soia Design

Client: Soia Design

A' Design Award i Guld Winner in Interiör Category

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The Design

About Mamuli Primär funktion: Restaurang

Boktext: Restaurangprojektet Mamuli utforskar integrationen av georgiska kulturella element i en samtida matmiljö. Designen kombinerar traditionella motiv, material och rumsliga referenser med en modern planlösning för att främja komfort och funktionalitet. Stor omsorg ägnas åt atmosfär, materialval och detaljutformning, vilket skapar en sammanhängande interiör som speglar den georgiska gästfrihetens karaktär samtidigt som den möter dagens livsstilsförväntningar.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award i Guld

Mamuli Primär funktion: Restaurang är vinnare av A' Design Award i Guld, ett oerhört prestigefyllt erkännande som tilldelas förstklassiga, underbara och enastående designverk. Guldvinnare är utomordentligt innovativa, visionära och glamoröst bländande skapelser som speglar sina formgivares briljans, visdom och skicklighet. Mamuli Primär funktion: Restaurang förväntas vara en högt prisad, trendsättande och monumental uppfinning som levererar oöverträffat värde. Detta vinnande verk i A' Design Award i Guld är ett spektakulärt, respekterat projekt som i hög grad gagnar och flyttar fram gränserna för konst, vetenskap, design och teknik. Mamuli Primär funktion: Restaurang skapar intensiva känslor av längtan, väcker passion, uppmuntrar kreativitet och fascinerar oss.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: SOIA Design present a unique interior design project for the restaurant "Mamuli" in Krasnodar, where Georgian traditions blend seamlessly with cutting-edge contemporary design approaches. This masterpiece reflects a harmony between the past and present, creating an atmosphere of coziness and sophistication.
Dimensions & Packaging: Seating offers comfort and variety for both private dining and group gatherings. Even the restrooms reflect the authentic interior style. A dedicated tasting room celebrates Georgian wine, while a stage hosts live music and cultural events. A children’s playroom makes Mamuli ideal for families. SOIA Design is proud to have created more than a restaurant—Mamuli is a vibrant, immersive space for relaxation and true Georgian hospitality.
Tags: Restaurant design, restaurant, restaurant interior, interior design, interior designer
Production Technology: One of the striking features is the unique zigzag-patterned wooden column cladding, adding dynamic movement and texture to the interior. Additional highlights include a fireplace built into a table, an aquarium, and dining tables made from tree trunk slices, all contributing to an organic and eco-friendly aesthetic.

The bar counter and shelving were custom-designed, showcasing the designers' creativity and craftsmanship. Each chandelier in the restaurant is a one-of-a-kind art piece, making the space truly distinctive.
Design Challenge: SOIA Design was tasked with creating a standout restaurant for Gosti Group that blends Georgian heritage with modern appeal. Avoiding standard hospitality solutions, we designed a space that’s both unique and functional. Traditional textures, custom furniture, and cutting-edge elements define the interior. Adaptable for events from tastings to concerts, Mamuli offers guests a memorable experience and helps position it as one of Krasnodar’s top dining destinations.
Research: This design research reinterprets cultural heritage through contemporary dining, using the Mamuli Restaurant as a case study. Through ethnographic research, 3D modeling, and user feedback, we explored how interior design can evoke a museum-like spirit while staying functional and welcoming. The results show strong appreciation for culturally rooted elements that enhance storytelling, emotional connection, and regional identity in experiential dining spaces.
Inspiration: The design concept is built around warm tones in the finishing materials, enveloping visitors in an ambiance of hospitality and comfort. Decorative finishes, like gold-plastered walls, bring a subtle sparkle and touch of luxury to the space. Notable elements include massive beehive-shaped chandeliers that symbolize traditional Georgian architecture and balusters crafted to resemble black peppercorns, emphasizing the country's culture and love for spices.
Project Duration: The project started in January 2023 and finished in March 2024 in Krasnodar.
Operation Flow: The seating arrangements offer variety and comfort, catering to different needs, from private dining to larger gatherings. Even the restrooms feature an authentic design, aligned with the overall interior concept.

For Georgian cuisine and wine lovers, a dedicated tasting room is available, immersing guests in a world of flavors and aromas. The venue also features a stage for musicians, central to the restaurant's cultural events. Additionally, there's a children’s playroom, making Mamuli an ideal destination for families.
Team Members: Ekaterina Baklan
Anton Baklan
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Misha Chekalov, Mamuli, 2024.
Image #2: Photographer Misha Chekalov, Mamuli, 2024.
Image #3: Photographer Misha Chekalov, Mamuli, 2024.
Image #4: Photographer Misha Chekalov, Mamuli, 2024.
Image #5: Photographer Misha Chekalov, Mamuli, 2024.