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Enkai Restaurant, Madrid, Spain by Paralelo Estudio

Project name:
Enkai Restaurant
Architecture firm:
Paralelo Estudio S.L.
Location:
Calle Mayor 18, Madrid, Spain
Photography:
Juan Herrera, José Vázquez, Celia Yuste
Principal architect:
Elena Ploner
Design team:
Paralelo Estudio
Interior design:
Elena Ploner
Collaborators:
Built area:
320 m²
Site area:
320 m²
Design year:
2023
Completion year:
2023
Civil engineer:
Structural engineer:
Environmental & MEP:
Construction:
Paralelo Estudio
Landscape:
City
Lighting:
Elena Ploner
Supervision:
Pilar Rey
Material:
Rough and smooth metallic materials, textured cement, velvety textiles, metallic mesh
Visualization:
Elena Ploner
Tools used:
AutoCAD, SketchUP, V-ray, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop
Budget:
Undisclosed
Client:
Grupo Tropical
Status:
Completed
Typology:
Hospitality › Tematic Restaurant

Paralelo Estudio: Enkai, the groundbreaking immersive project nestled in the heart of Madrid at the prestigious Calle Mayor 18, offers an "ALL YOU CAN EAT" gastronomic experience within a 320.2 m² space, redefining gastronomy's boundaries by immersing patrons in a succession of captivating environments.

Vibrant Asian culinary tones unfold throughout, crafting a visual symphony that transitions seamlessly from freshness to warmth, enveloping every corner in atmospheres perfectly calibrated in temperature and tonality. Each detail is meticulously curated to transport diners on a unique sensory journey. From the rocky entrance scene, evoking nature's raw beauty, to the lush Amazonian landscape, the immersive experience unfolds seamlessly. The architecture cleverly morphs into new spaces, from desert horizons to volcanic realms, where smooth metallics and textured cement blend harmoniously.

Mirrors, strategically placed, amplify the perception of space, enveloping visitors in an illusion of endless expanse. The culmination is a private area, where the dawn scenario greets guests with warmth and intimacy, completing the sensory voyage. Enkai's fusion of gastronomy and ambiance transcends norms, inviting patrons to indulge in the epitome of Asian culinary excellence. Each visit promises an unparalleled experience, where boundaries blur and the senses are elevated to new heights.


By Liliana Alvarez

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