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Takashiya Japanese Restaurant Architecture

Client
Takashiya
Category
Hospitality
Year
2021

Intergrating Architecture into a Japanese Restaurant

As architects specialising in commercial interiors, our vision for this Japanese restaurant was to translate the essence of Japanese culture into a contemporary dining experience. The design drew inspiration from traditional craftsmanship simplicity, balance, and respect for material honesty while adapting these principles for a modern Brisbane setting.

The floor plans were carefully considered to guide guests through a rhythmic spatial journey: from intimate dining zones and open kitchens to quiet corners designed for reflection. Our interior design approach focused on natural textures and tonal harmony timber, stone, and soft lighting combine to evoke warmth and authenticity.

Like many of our design projects, this restaurant celebrates the dialogue between culture and architecture. Every detail was guided by restraint and precision, offering thoughtful design solutions that honour Japanese tradition while creating a refined, immersive dining atmosphere.

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Design Overview:
Takashiya is an intimate omakase and bar experience that immerses guests in a world of bold Japanese symbolism and architectural storytelling. The design celebrates contrast between light and shadow, tradition and modernity, intimacy and performance. A sculpted sakura ceiling anchors the room in poetic detail, its cascading petals forming a canopy that shifts gently with the light. Surrounding it, hand-painted mural-style walls depict scenes of movement and calm, grounding the energy of the bar and open kitchen. The spatial flow was designed to enhance anticipation and connection. Curved counters draw guests closer to the chef’s craft, creating a sense of theatre while maintaining elegance and restraint. Textures of timber, stone, and brushed metal are layered with subtle lighting to shape a warm, cinematic atmosphere. Every design decision from the rhythmic layout to the curated finishes was made to evoke emotion and memory. The result is more than a restaurant; it’s a finely composed experience where architecture, culture, and cuisine unite to tell one seamless story.

Design & Identity

Atmosphere:
The result is a venue that transcends the ordinary, transporting guests into a world that feels both lush and cinematic. Every surface and silhouette was designed to heighten immersion from the custom bottle lanterns that cast a warm, diffused glow to the curved counters that invite connection between chef and guest. The framed backdrop acts as both composition and context, layering depth and perspective into the dining experience. This is an interior that performs as much as it soothes a space where design becomes theatre, and every detail contributes to a story of craft and refinement. More than just a restaurant, it stands as a testament to how thoughtful architecture can shape emotion, memory, and identity. A true standout in the culinary landscape, Takashiya continues to draw attention for its artistry, atmosphere, and the sense of wonder it leaves behind.