Sagakura America House

Location

Bucharest, Romania

Project type

Commercial / Food & Beverage/ Hospitality

Client

Tomcat Hospitality

Year

2023

Size: 103 sqm

⁠The project involved creating a contemporary Asian restaurant catering to both corporate clients from nearby offices and the general public, offering a relaxed atmosphere at lunch and a refined dining experience in the evening.

The concept reinterprets traditional Japanese elements through a natural and warm aesthetic adapted to the urban context. The material palette includes textured earth-toned plasters, wooden furniture with natural weaves, ceramic objects placed in intentionally imperfect niches with rounded corners, and a decorative ceiling made of woven panels. Decorative brick partitions create visual transparency between the interior and terrace while maintaining privacy.

The main challenge was to create a coherent and immersive atmosphere in a modern commercial space within an office building, without losing the authenticity and warmth of the brand. The terrace was harmoniously integrated to ensure a fluid experience throughout the day and across all seasons.