kei harada renovates capsula restaurant and bar

kei harada renovates capsula restaurant and bar
photo © kazutaka fujimoto
all images courtesy of kei harada

‘capsula’ is a project by kei harada of DO.DO. that involved the renovation of an italian restaurant. based off of the company’s name, the architect has redesigned the storefront and interior in relation to the capsule which seals wine bottles. ‘just how a bottle of wine changes over years and years of maturation, my aim was to keep the ‘good-old’ taste while achieving a new look.’ the façade now appears as if it has been wrapped with a label that begins to tear down the center of one of its five doors, above which a series of letters highlights the name of the establishment. below the seam, which occurs half way above the extents of the shaded patio, each component has been painted navy blue with the exception of a rectangle of red that distinguishes the main entry from its counterparts.

(left) the façade consists of four decorative doors painted blue and a red main entry door
(right) detail of the ‘label’ beginning to tear
photo © kazutaka fujimoto

upon stepping into the restaurant, diners are given a view of the elongated space lined by tables and chairs. to the left, a recessed wall is brightened by architectural lighting placed along its top edge. on the opposing side, a wooden counter faces the bar and kitchen area divided by brick pony walls and white timber columns. these materials are accompanied by contemporary lamps and graphical elements that serve as wayfinding devices towards programs such as the bathroom and the backyard.

view of the restaurant through the entry
photo © kazutaka fujimoto

the kitchen, bar, and counter and divided by brick pony walls
photo © kazutaka fujimoto

view of the interior
photo © kazutaka fujimoto

contemporary lamps combine with the rustic interior furnishings
photo © kazutaka fujimoto

a recessed wall provides architectural lighting for the seating area
photo © kazutaka fujimoto

graphic elements in accordance with the restaurant’s branding standards are dispersed throughout the space
photo © kazutaka fujimoto

the doorway at night
photo © kazutaka fujimoto

view of the façade at night

concept image

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