Valencian design studio Masquespacio completes the design for the sushi chain Ichi Station in Milan. The dine-in restaurant is detailed with accents that resemble a futuristic spaceship, juxtaposing the idea that it is set in a historic building located in the Brera District.
The space opens up to create a tunnel where diners are able to observe the sushi-making process with a bar close to the entrance to serve take-away customers. Co-founder of Masquespacio, Christophe Penasse explains the design and approach, stating "We proposed approaching the travel concept as a trip to the future. When you enter Ichi, it's like entering a capsule-like spaceship traveling through light, where you will disconnect from reality in order to get in touch with the food."
Image Credit: Masquespacio
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Space-inspired Restaurants
- Designing restaurants with futuristic accents and spaceship-like interiors to create immersive dining experiences.
- Open Kitchen Concept
- Allowing customers to observe the food preparation process and interact with chefs to enhance the dining experience.
- Take-away Bar
- Incorporating a bar near the entrance to cater to the take-away needs of customers.
Sectors Adopting This
- Hospitality Industry
- Implementing space-inspired designs and open kitchen concepts to attract customers and create unforgettable dining experiences.
- Restaurant Design Industry
- Designing and renovating dining spaces with futuristic and immersive features to keep up with the evolving dining trends.
- Food Retail Industry
- Incorporating take-away bars in dine-in restaurants to increase sales and offer convenience to customers.
