Izakaya 9am 5pm Mkahawa by Tim Jen and Min Chen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Nafasi za Ndani na Maonyesho Competition Category.
FedhaMambo ya Ndani· 2025
Izakaya 9am 5pm Mkahawa
Client: squaremeter Design Studio
Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award Winner in Mambo ya Ndani Category
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The Design
About Izakaya 9am 5pm Mkahawa
Mradi huu upo Tainan, unayochukuliwa kuwa jiji lenye umuhimu mkubwa wa kihistoria nchini Taiwan. Kwa hiyo, dhana ya muundo inalenga kuwasilisha vifaa mbalimbali katika maumbo yao ya asili ili kuunda kina cha nafasi huku ikitambulisha mvuto wa asili wa Tainan. Kaunta ya baa ya saruji inatumika kama kiini cha nafasi, ikizungukwa na bamba za shaba na veneer za mbao ghafi ambazo zitabadilika kwa mwonekano baada ya muda. Hii inaashiria utamaduni wa kipekee wa Tainan, ambao umeendelezwa kupitia mabadiliko ya kihistoria na mageuzi.
The Recognition
About the Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award
Izakaya 9am 5pm Mkahawa ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima kubwa ya ajabu unaotolewa kwa miundo ya hali ya juu kabisa, ya kupendeza na ya kuvutia. Washindi wa Fedha ni kazi zinazong'aa mno na bunifu kupita kiasi zinazoonyesha utaalamu bora, kipaji na busara ya wabunifu wao. Izakaya 9am 5pm Mkahawa inatarajiwa kuwa kazi nzuri ya kuigwa ambayo ni ya kitaalamu kwa kiasi kikubwa na yenye ubunifu wa kina. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Fedha ya A' Design Award ni uvumbuzi unaojulikana sana na kupendwa, unaonufaisha na kupanua mipaka ya sanaa, sayansi, usanifu na teknolojia. Izakaya 9am 5pm Mkahawa ni kazi inayotamaniwa mno inayochochea hamu, huleta hisia chanya na huzua mshangao na mastaajabu.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- A handcrafted concrete bar counter was designed as the core element of the entire space. After the concrete was poured, the owner was invited to participate in the chiseling process, deepening the connection between the owner, the customers, and the space itself. The bar is surrounded by untreated copper plates and raw walnut veneer, which will change in appearance over time. This symbolizes the unique culture of Tainan, shaped by historical changes and evolution.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The site is an old four-story house. The first floor is primarily designated for dining and the kitchen, while the second floor serves as private dining rooms. The third and fourth floors are allocated for staff rest and storage of goods. The design focuses mainly on the exterior and the spaces of the first and second floors. The total designed area for the first and second floors is 65 square meters.
- Tags
- Natural, Izakaya, squaremeter Design Studio, Taiwan, Tainan
- Production Technology
- The original building's green tiles on the exterior were retained and complemented with walnut veneer on the interior. The contrasting colors are accentuated with gold copper sheets. Additionally, the original gray marble flooring was preserved and paired with a newly constructed concrete bar counter, enhancing the overall stability and groundedness of the space. The design maintains the building's original features, striking a balance between historical elements and new materials, ensuring that the building stands out in the alleys of Tainan without appearing out of place.
- Design Challenge
- Integrating the design with the original building conditions was the biggest challenge, leading to several proposed solutions. The green tiles on the exterior of the building and the walnut veneer on the interior, along with contrasting colors and gold brass accents, create a harmonious overall space with a bright focal point. The original flooring and the gray color of the new concrete bar contribute to the calmness of the space. The wall of the staircase leading to the upper floor features a high-brightness blue color, transforming the space and reducing visual fatigue caused by the same color tone over a large area. The feature wall lamps and the hand-hewn bar also add liveliness to the space.
- Research
- The site of this project is located in a city rich in historical and cultural background. Therefore, the goal is not only to create a unique design but also to develop a space that integrates local cultural characteristics. Materials that are raw and evolve over time, such as copper sheets, concrete, and natural wood veneer, have been chosen as part of the design solution. The integration of people, space, time, and place is the core of the design philosophy. Consequently, context-sensitive design has always been the primary consideration and goal.
- Inspiration
- This project is located in Tainan, one of Taiwan's most historically rich cities. Connecting the restaurant with Tainan's history was the primary design consideration. Therefore, various materials were presented in their original forms to create spatial layering while showcasing Tainan's local culture. By integrating the local culture of Tainan's ancient capital, the design preserves the building's rustic charm while infusing it with new vitality.
- Project Duration
- This project was completed in December 2023 in Tainan, Taiwan, and officially opened in January 2024.
- Operation Flow
- In terms of the flow of use, the space used by consumers and staff is separated, with the front area, where consumers are located, as the main focus of the design. In the back area, a large kitchen space has been planned to ensure that staff do not interfere with the consumers' route when delivering or receiving food. This arrangement allows consumers to enjoy a better dining experience.
- Team Members
- Tim Jen
Min Chen - Image Credits
- Photographer Weimax Studio, 2024.
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