Amar Beirut Mkahawa by Marina Khalil is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Tuzo ya Dhahabu ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Nafasi za Ndani na Maonyesho Competition Category.
DhahabuMambo ya Ndani· 2024
Amar Beirut Mkahawa
Client: Marina Khalil
Tuzo ya Dhahabu ya A' Design Award Winner in Mambo ya Ndani Category
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About Amar Beirut Mkahawa
Kiwanda cha Norblin, eneo la hekta 2 katika wilaya ya Wola huko Warsaw, lina historia ya kipekee. Awali lilikuwa limepuuzwa, lakini sasa ni kitovu cha jiji chenye shughuli nyingi kinachojumuisha maofisi, maduka, mikahawa, vikahawa, Food Town, soko la kimazingira, sinema ya hali ya juu, na makumbusho la wazi. Makumbusho haya yanakumbuka historia ya moja ya biashara kubwa za viwanda katika Ufalme wa zamani wa Poland. Kwa umuhimu maalum, eneo kuu la uzalishaji la kiwanda, ambalo hapo awali lilikuwa likitengwa kwa uzalishaji wa vifaa vya mezani, limebadilishwa kuwa mkahawa wa kipekee, ukiunganisha kwa ufanisi historia ya viwanda na nafasi za kisasa.
The Recognition
About the Tuzo ya Dhahabu ya A' Design Award
Amar Beirut Mkahawa ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Dhahabu ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima kuu unaotolewa kwa miundo ya daraja la kwanza, ya ajabu na ya kuvutia. Washindi wa Dhahabu ni kazi bunifu mno, zenye maono makubwa na za kung'aa kwa umaridadi zinazoakisi kipaji, hekima na ustadi wa wabunifu wao. Amar Beirut Mkahawa inatarajiwa kuwa uvumbuzi unaosifiwa sana, wa kuweka mielekeo na wa kihistoria unaoleta thamani isiyo na kifani. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Dhahabu ya A' Design Award ni mradi wa kustaajabisha na unaoheshimika unaonufaisha sana na kupanua mipaka ya sanaa, sayansi, usanifu na teknolojia. Amar Beirut Mkahawa huzua hisia kali za hamu, huamsha shauku, huhimiza ubunifu na hutuvutia.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Norblin Factory is a 2hectare site in Warsaws Wola district filled with unique history. The area, which has been a neglected pearl of post-industrial architecture for years, is now a new part of the city with offices, shops, restaurants, cafes, Food Town, an eco-bazaar, a boutique cinema and an open-air museum commemorating the history of one of the largest industrial enterprises of the former Kingdom of Poland.
The main production part of the factory producing cutlery was transformed to this. - Dimensions & Packaging
- The area of project is 550 sqm including the rooftop.
- Tags
- Restaurant, museum, interior design, Amar Beirut, Lebanese Restaurant
- Production Technology
- Our design was meticulously crafted using a combination of materials and technologies. Ceramic tiles were chosen for their durability and aesthetic appeal, creating intricate patterns throughout the space. The pixel light new technology incorporated in our ceiling panels , were integrated to provide dynamic lighting effects. Wooden stripes were employed for their versatility, adding warmth and texture to the environment. Custom made furniture was designed to seamlessly blend with the overall concept. Advanced production methods and 3D modeling were employed to ensure precision and cohesion in the final design.
- Design Challenge
- The most challenging aspect was harmonizing traditional museum aesthetics with a dining atmosphere. Creatively, we struggled to strike the right balance, ensuring cultural elements were celebrated without overwhelming the dining experience. External factors like available materials and technology influenced our design choices, while maintaining compliance with regulations added complexity. Socially, aligning with visitor expectations was crucial, considering their diverse backgrounds and preferences. Our research and iterative design process helped us navigate these challenges successfully.
- Research
- The research was exploratory design research aimed at transforming the museum experience into a dining one. We used surveys, interviews, and observation, supported by questionnaires, 3D modeling, and ethnographic research. Visitors and experts participated. The results showed strong interest in merging dining with museums, leading to deeper cultural appreciation. This research has the potential to boost cultural tourism, create unique dining experiences, and influence future museum and restaurant design trends, benefiting businesses, society, and design itself.
- Inspiration
- The inspiration for this project stemmed from a desire to blend the ambiance of a museum with elements of traditional culture with a new culinary experience that was missing in Warsaw . Our motives were to create a distinguished atmosphere for visitors one of a a kind dining inside the factory museum We drew inspiration from the rich heritage of Lebanon cuisine incorporating elements such as decorative ceilings, walls adorned with traditional jugs, suspended cutlery decorations, and live music scenes. Our technical and research background involved extensive study of museum design and cultural integration
- Project Duration
- This project started in July 2022 and finished in June 2023 in Warsaw, Poland
- Operation Flow
- Interaction happens naturally as visitors explore and experience the fusion of art and culture. There are no specific key frames; it is a fluid and immersive experience. The result is better because it creates a unique and memorable atmosphere that brings together the old and the new, making it a richer cultural experience for visitors.
- Patents
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- Image Credits
- Main Image is Image #1: Photographer, Konrad Jędraszczak, Amar Beirut, 2023, Optional Image #1 is Image #2, Optional Image #2 is Image #3, Optional Image #3 is Image #4, Optional Image #4 is Image #5
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