Restauranteurs F&B created the new Gaga Restaurant in Shanghai in collaboration with design studio Coordination Asia to repurpose the classic Changning Villa into a bright and airy eatery and cafe.
Originally established by the American Episcopal Church in the 19th century, the building's two levels are made in a sleek white and black color scheme. Keeping the original pitched ceiling and windows, the design team added splashes of green and tones of oak detailing to create a unique interior. By adding multiple simmering brass light fixtures and one-of-a-kind furniture, the restaurant has a luxurious aesthetic.
Chef Jacky Zhu created a seasonal Mediterranean menu for the Gaga Restaurant to pair perfectly with the design to offer an amazing dining experience.
What's Driving This Trend
- Mediterranean-inspired Menus
- Restaurants are experimenting with seasonal Mediterranean menus to create unique dining experiences.
- Luxury Restaurant Aesthetics
- Design teams are incorporating unique oak detailing and brass light fixtures to create luxurious restaurant interiors.
- Repurposed Historical Buildings
- Design studios are repurposing historical buildings for use as restaurants to create unique, visually stunning dining experiences.
Who This Affects Most
- Hospitality Industry
- The hospitality industry can incorporate Mediterranean-inspired menus and luxury aesthetics to attract customers looking for unique dining experiences.
- Interior Design Industry
- The interior design industry can take inspiration from the use of oak detailing and brass light fixtures in restaurant design to create luxurious and unique spaces for clients.
- Historic Preservation Industry
- The historic preservation industry can collaborate with design studios and restauranteurs to repurpose historical buildings into visually stunning restaurants that celebrate the past while serving modern needs.
