ji-shi disney restaurant interior designed by atelier I-N-D-J

ji-shi disney restaurant interior designed by atelier I-N-D-J

located in recently-formed disney town, on the outskirts of shanghai, is the ‘ji-shi disney’ eatery designed by atelier I-N-D-J. occupying a plain concrete building, the interior attempts to accentuate and conceal existing details, with highlights of richly-toned furnishings and custom pulley light fixtures.

dark furnishings contrast with a white ceiling, red leather adds warmth to the exposed ceiling
all images © seth powers

two dining areas are formed by a division of views. the outer limits, characterized by red leather and carefully exposed ductwork, overlooks a lake located just beyond the restaurant’s plot. the second dining area features deep colors that contrast highly with a white ceiling. private rooms utilize a ribbed-radial form to break the squareness of original construction. ‘ji-shi disney’ was designed by auckland-based studio atelier I-N-D-J. 

a faceted-wall entryway hampers cold gusts in winter

always busy, an exposed kitchen provides sensory experience to guests

a central ceiling terminates in another wall that encompasses the larger seating area 

private dining area

custom-made pulley light elements with counter weight, brass cowls diffuse light from a COB LED

pulley lights cluster, a small polished ti-stainless steel counter weight reflects surroundings

plywood ribs provide gentle curves to the rectangular interior

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edited by: nick brink | designboom