The Yufutoku Restaurant takes a traditional architectural design and turns it on its head. According to the designers, it has the Machiya-style wooden louvers that traditional Japanese townhouse are known for, yet instead of stretching outwards like a mini temple, they swirl in an undulating fashion across the facade of the Yufutoku Restaurant.
Artistically sculptural, the Yufutoku Restaurant embraces a modern interpretation of the Japanese staple. Designed by ISSHO Architects, it is located in Tokyo, where such experimentations are more readily embraced. Since the facade is also paneled, different patterns of light spill through the exterior into the interior of the Yufutoku Restaurant.
The interior of the Yufutoku Restaurant itself is incredibly minimal. While the outside is dark, inside is light. Nevertheless, the facade is mimicked in the ceiling.
Undulating Eatery Facades
The Yufutoku Restaurant by ISSHO Architects Evokes the Machiya Style
Trend Themes
1. Undulating Facades - Businesses can look at ways to incorporate undulating facades in their structures to create unique and artistic designs.
2. Modernizing Tradition - Incorporating traditional architecture in modern designs can create new and exciting experiences for consumers.
3. Playing with Light - Using paneling and different patterns of light can not only create an interesting facade, but also impact the interior atmosphere.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurant & Hospitality - Restaurants can incorporate unique and artistic facades to create a memorable dining experience for their customers.
2. Architecture & Design - Architects and designers can explore creative ways to blend traditional and modern architectural designs to create new and exciting experiences.
3. Lighting Industry - The use of different patterns of light in façade designs can lead to opportunities for innovative lighting solutions, both indoors and outdoors.