Fish restaurant Nakhodka moved from Konyushennaya Square in St. Petersburg to a historic building near St. Isaac's Cathedral. The place is named after the port city Nakhodka, one of the main fishing centers in Russia. The menu presents dishes of different nations all over the world. At the same time all the fish and seafood are Russian.
Architectors wanted to create an updated and recognizable interior of the place beloved by Petersburgers. They saved a part of the old furniture and made a new one according to the Archpoint’s drawings. Some chairs were created by Polish designer Tomek Rigalik. Scandinavian minimalistic style in the new elements of the interior accented the natural beauty of materials: concrete, terrazzo, wood, marble.
The concept of a port restaurant was reflected in the design, layout and dishes. Thus, benches along windows and walls, simple furniture and serving, where kraft paper is used instead of plates, create a “marine” atmosphere. It fits well with the style of modern city life.
The port theme in the restaurant is embodied in numerous details. The geographical coordinates on the walls, the models of fishing boats on the windows, decorative lamps in the form of lanterns are instantly transferred us to the ship deck. Moreover, blue ceiling reflecting light and the illumination of the bar make you feel like under water.
The windows in the room are high, so there are a lot of light sources and reflective surfaces. Window sills located high enough became racks, where they placed different models of fishing vessels. What about different room without windows, there is a wall with a stone decoration resembling sand appeared. Guests can sit here for a quiet conversation away from the noisy bar.
The time zone and coordinates of the St.Petersburg are written on the walls, that’s why all the gourmets could find this point on the gastronomic map of the city.
2019
2019
Area: 330 m2
Authors: Bureau ARCHPOINT - Valery Lizunov, Olga Nosova, Inna Serkina.
Photo: Olga Melekestseva
