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2 0 18 G O L D K E Y AWA R D S

BEST RESTAURANT FINE DINING

WINNER

AKIRA BACK AT BISHA HOTEL & RESIDENCES
TORONTO

THE COMMISSION: Immerse diners in an expe-

riential design that will stand out among the city's
saturated Southeast Asian food scene. Express
modernity and luxury through a rich materials
palette and high-contrast color scheme. Serve up a
showcase for a Michelin-starred chef known for his
innovative dishes and aspirational aesthetic.
THE CHARRETTE: Overlooking the city's enter-

tainment district from the second floor of the newly
built Bisha Hotel & Residences, the restaurant is
accessed through a portal that entices guests with
shimmering gold volumes capped by a glowing
oculus. A sculptural staircase mirrors the six-tiered
ceiling structure with cove lighting and custom gold
leaf textured surfaces. Leathered belvedere marble
tables, velvet upholstered bar stools and polished
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metal accents add to the lavish look. Subtle nods to
Japanese culture, such as dark walls inspired by shou
sugi ban, a centuries-old wood finishing technique,
give the restaurant soul.
THE CHALLENGE: Making a statement overhead
that would wow discerning clients in the red-hot
Toronto dining scene called for more than a traditional
mural. Providing a bold contrast to the dark interiors
below, an undulating arched ceiling draws attention
upward. The surface showcases an impactful handpainted mural depicting abstract petals in shades of
indigo with lustrous gold highlights.
THE COOL STUFF: Honoring the bond between a

mother and child, a custom mobile waves through
the ceiling, showing off original artwork painted by
Akira Back's mom. The destination sushi bar at the
far end of the 147-seat restaurant is bathed in light

with gold-finished brass surfaces stretching from the
floor to the ceiling.
THE CARRY-OUT: Be moody. A contemporary
black palette creates intimacy and has high-end
appeal when paired with luxe materials such as
marble. It also provides a stark contrast to the
golden glow and quick-moving theater of the sushi
bar, highlighting the chef 's culinary performance.

SOURCES
OWNER: INK Entertainment, Toronto; OPERATOR: ICONINK,
Toronto; DESIGN FIRM: Studio Munge, Toronto: Alessandro Munge,
principal; Mehari Manna Seare, project manager; Erika Van Der Pas
and Stephanie Kruschen, designers; Kristan Klassen, procurement
manager; ARCHITECT: Wallman Architects, Toronto; PURCHASING
COMPANY: Studio Munge, Toronto; GENERAL CONTRACTOR:
Atlas Worx Inc., Toronto; DESIGN CONSULTANTS: GZ Intl. (art
consulting); ARCHITECTURAL MATERIALS/FLOORCOVERINGS/
SURFACING MATERIALS: Ciot; ART & ACCESSORIES: GZ Intl.;
Kolectiv; FABRICS: Moore & Giles; Valley Forge Fabrics; FURNITURE:
Arrmet; Louis Interiors; Viriato Hotel Concept; LIGHTING: Anony;
Euro Light; PCL Graphics; Tom Dixon; WALLCOVERINGS: Kolectiv

MA XIME BROUILLET

DESIGN FIRM: Studio Munge, Toronto


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2018 Gold Key Awards: The Why Factor
Q+A:S+S=Success
Products: Casegoods
Products: Lighting
Exit Interview
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