This Thomas Douglas Architects design is upbeat and modern, to compliment chic Asian fusion cuisine, while still creating a warm cozy ambiance for relaxed dining. This was an unusually long and narrow century-old space and the new design created a division of the space along its length, with two different levels and two distinct seating arrangements. With such a composition, it was possible to give the impression of two separate rooms within a relatively constrained area. By accentuating the length of the space with such design elements as lighting, fabric, mirrors, and graphic panels, we further accentuated the sensation of capaciousness with tight confines. Rich hanging fabric and playful “dumpling” lights dramatize the tall ceilings, and a moveable glass façade allows the vibrant downtown sidewalk activity to energize the space.
Silk Road Cafe
