d+a | Issue 115 • Apr/May 2020

/ DINE / 86 CONSIDERED AND DELIBERATE Complementing the cosmopolitan buzz of the city, the arched ceiling in the main dining hall evokes sophistication. “Creating a cathedral-like effect ceiling delivers a sense of awe and facilitates an impactful sense of arrival with the contrasting use of compression and decompression spaces. “To mitigate the ‘cold’, several design techniques, such as creating a sense of warmth and human scale, were put in place,” Lian offers. A plethora of dark natural wood veneers and warm-tone leather finishes were used. The furnishings and millwork were all designed at a human scale too. Lighting is also an essential component for hitting the right mood and ambience. The team worked with Klaasen Lighting Design to curate effects that change according to the amount of natural light. The long, sleek, light bar hanging from the ceiling projects light upwards. It is warmer in the morning, brilliant with a bloom tinge at noon, and finally, segues into calming shades of orange to pink through the evening and night. According to Lian, the intention is to synchronise with the human body’s circadian rhythm as the day progresses, inviting a sense of calm and well-being while enjoying the gastronomic experience. To soften the acoustics as well as add a touch of colour to the space, eye-catching patterned carpets in the main and private dining room were introduced. They were specially customised with wool, silk and viscose. Lian describes that this unique composition is what makes the colours pop. Columns are clad with antique mirrors to blend in seamlessly with the sophisticated interiors. FLOOR PLAN