blowfish

The renovation of this downtown hotspot exhibits continuity with the design idiom and character of the original restaurant. The materials palette is restricted and contemporary, comprising oiled walnut, onyx, pale leather and stainless steel surfaces – with textures accentuated by the lighting. A cascading metal mesh curtain separates the dining area and bar, though as the evening unfolds it is dramatically drawn back by remote control to encourage interaction between the two spaces. A clean simplicity delivers a backdrop that heightens the aesthetic dimension of the culinary experience as well as that of social interaction and the sense of presence.