Ryukyu Sanctuary Disenyo ng Interyor ng Restawran by Shinjiro Heshiki

Ryukyu Sanctuary Disenyo ng Interyor ng Restawran by Shinjiro Heshiki is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award na Bakal in Disenyo ng Interyor na Espasyo at Eksibisyon Competition Category.

BakalInteryor· 2026

Ryukyu Sanctuary Disenyo ng Interyor ng Restawran

by Shinjiro Heshiki

Client: Shabu Shabu Ryukyu

A' Design Award na Bakal Winner in Interyor Category

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The Design

About Ryukyu Sanctuary Disenyo ng Interyor ng Restawran

Ang Ryukyu Sanctuary ay isang interyor ng restawran na matatagpuan sa Kokusai-dori Avenue sa Naha, Okinawa. Ang façade ay hinubog na parang kabibi ng korales, na binuo mula sa mga espesyal na kinurbang bakal na bar na pinintahan nang mano-mano sa mga tonong coral blue at esmeralda. Sa pagdaan sa pasukan, ang mga panauhin ay lumilipat mula sa abalang kalye patungo sa isang payapang silid-kainan. Ang mga pader na pinalitadahan nang mano-mano ay muling lumilikha ng tekstura ng mga pormasyon ng korales. Ang isang stained glass na partisyon na may sukat na 4700 x 1700 milimetro ay nagtataglay ng mga motif ng dagat at lupain ng Okinawa. Ang Ryukyu glass at di-tuwirang pag-iilaw ang bumubuo sa kabuuan ng espasyo.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award na Bakal

Ang Ryukyu Sanctuary Disenyo ng Interyor ng Restawran ay nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal, isang prestihiyosong pagkilalang iginagawad sa mga mahuhusay na disenyong tumutugon sa mga propesyonal at pang-industriyang kinakailangang inaasahan sa mga mahusay na pagkakadisenyong likha. Ang mga nagwagi ng Bakal ay nagpapakita ng dakilang husay, mataas na espesyalisasyon, dalubhasang pag-unawa at kakayahang malikhain ng kanilang mga lumikha. Inaasahang ang Ryukyu Sanctuary Disenyo ng Interyor ng Restawran ay isang lubos na pinahahalagahan, hinahangaan at minamahal na likhang praktikal at makabago. Ang disenyong ito na nagwagi ng A' Design Award na Bakal ay nagsasama ng pinakamahuhusay na kasanayan ng industriya at may mahuhusay na katangiang teknikal na may kasamang kaalaman at talento. Ang Ryukyu Sanctuary Disenyo ng Interyor ng Restawran ay iginagalang dahil sa kaingatan nito at idinisenyo upang maghatid ng mga pagpapabuti sa kalidad ng buhay na tumutulong gawing mas mabuting lugar ang mundo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Located on Okinawa's busy Kokusai-dori, the facade's coral shell evokes a reef in emerald green seas, acting as a portal. In Okinawa, coral symbolizes protection and life. This design bridges tradition with modern art via hand-crafted plaster that recreates the tactile texture of reefs. Inside, city noise fades into a serene, underwater dimension. The sanctuary mirrors the mythical Dragon Palace, a space where local heritage, craftsmanship, and hospitality coexist in harmony.
Dimensions & Packaging: Stained-glass: 4700 mm x 1700 mm. Floor area: 154 sqm. Ceiling height: 2800 mm. Structure: Reinforced Concrete. Finishes: Hand-plastered art walls, steel flat-bar art painting, custom Ryukyu glass installations.
Tags: Okinawa Design, Ryukyu Glass, Coral Reef Architecture, Undersea Atmosphere, Ryugu-jo Concept, Handcrafted Plaster Art, Japanese Restaurant, Light and Shadow, Cultural Identity, Authentic Ryukyu Modern
Production Technology: The facade features custom-curved steel bars hand-painted in coral-blue and emerald tones to mimic reef rhythms. Interior walls use hand-plastered textures to recreate the tactile depth of coral formations. A 4700mm x 1700mm glass partition combines stained-glass artistry with traditional motifs. By integrating Ryukyu glass with indirect lighting, the design achieves a balance of materiality and ethereal light, blending local craftsmanship with contemporary spatial art.
Design Challenge: Strict fire codes required smoke exhaust windows on the facade, while local laws prohibited external signage. These constraints were overcome by using the cubic curvature of custom steel bars to mask functional elements, creating a facade that acts as its own landmark. By integrating a banyan tree motif into the play of shadows, the building achieves a distinctive identity that prioritizes artistic expression over conventional commercial branding, harmonizing necessity with creativity.
Research: This project explores the link between Okinawa and the sea, using coral as a vital cultural symbol. Research focused on translating coral's protective qualities into a spatial experience. By using local craft and Ryukyu glass, the design reinterprets natural elements for a modern context. Despite strict fire and signage codes, the project transformed legal constraints into a landmark facade that honors marine heritage and Okinawa's poetic spirit.
Inspiration: Inspired by Ryugu-jo, the mythical undersea palace. This project embodies "Authentic Ryukyu Modern" by blending Okinawan heritage with contemporary luxury. It seeks to recreate the serene beauty of coral reefs submerged in emerald green waters, redefining traditional motifs into a timeless spatial experience that honors the island's natural and cultural roots.
Project Duration: Design planning for the project began in February 2024 in Naha, Okinawa, with construction completed in July 2024.
Operation Flow: The journey begins on vibrant Kokusai-dori Avenue. Passing through the coral shell facade, guests experience a dramatic sensory shift as urban noise is replaced by serene silence. This threshold acts as a portal to another dimension. Inside, the play of light through Ryukyu glass and tactile reef-like walls create an immersive underwater world. This transition from the chaotic city to a tranquil sanctuary allows diners to lose track of time, fully entering the mythical atmosphere of the Dragon Palace.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Conception Co., Ltd., 2025.
Image Credits: Photographer: Masahiro Ishibashi