From Antwerp to Tokyo, here are five beautiful restaurants where the interior design is as memorable as the meal
Restaurants which receive Michelin stars are singled out for their excellent cuisine, but a handful of said restaurants also showcase stunning interior design by acclaimed architects and interior designers.
There's the two-starred Sezanne in Tokyo, masterfully crafted by Studio Andre Fu, which strikes just the right balance between elegant and intimate with soft-edged contemporary decor in a pastel palette. Meanwhile, Studio Piet Boon's exquisite work at the two-starred The Jane in Antwerp transports guests to a realm where historical grandeur meets contemporary sophistication.
Join us on a visual journey as we explore these extraordinary dining destinations where gastronomy and design harmoniously intertwine.
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1. Eleven Madison Park, NYC, USA
At the legendary Eleven Madison Park in New York, which has three Michelin stars, Chef Daniel Humm presides over this temple of modern elegance with masterful precision.
Everything in this establishment is custom-made, from the staff’s suits to the handblown water vases with an interior design matched only by the culinary delights it houses.
Reworked by architect Brad Cloepfil of Allied Works in 2017, the space seamlessly blended Art Deco influences with modern sophistication. Every detail, from the opulent chandeliers to the plush furnishings, creates an ambience of refined luxury. The restaurant also features artworks by Sol Lewitt, Daniel Turner, Olympia Scarry, and Rita Ackermann.
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