Amar Beirut 主要功能：餐廳 by Marina Khalil is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award 金獎 in 室內空間及展覽設計 Competition Category.

金室內· 2024

Amar Beirut 主要功能：餐廳

by Marina Khalil

Client: Marina Khalil

A' Design Award 金獎 Winner in 室內 Category

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The Design

About Amar Beirut 主要功能：餐廳

書面描述：諾布林工廠（Norblin Factory）位於華沙沃拉區，佔地兩公頃，擁有獨特嘅歷史。呢個地方曾經荒廢，而家已經變成一個熱鬧嘅城市樞紐，匯聚咗辦公室、商店、餐廳、咖啡廳、美食城（Food Town）、生態市集、精品電影院同埋露天博物館。呢間博物館紀念住前波蘭王國其中一間最大型工業企業嘅歷史。值得一提嘅係，工廠嘅主要生產區域，昔日專門製造餐具，而家已經改造成一間別具特色嘅餐廳，將工業時代嘅過去同現代空間完美融合。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 金獎

Amar Beirut 主要功能：餐廳是 A' Design Award 金獎得主，這是授予一流、絕妙而傑出設計的極為崇高的認可。金獎得主是極具創新、極富遠見且璀璨奪目的創作，反映出其設計師的天才、智慧與才幹。預計Amar Beirut 主要功能：餐廳將成為一項備受讚譽、引領潮流、氣勢恢宏的發明，帶來前所未有的價值。這件贏得 A' Design Award 金獎的設計是一個壯觀而受人敬重的項目，極大地造福並拓展藝術、科學、設計和技術的界限。Amar Beirut 主要功能：餐廳激起強烈的渴望，喚起激情，鼓勵創造力，令我們著迷。

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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.
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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