Studio Du Chef

Show Kitchen | Sofitel Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE

This design concept for a unique, chic space brings two functions into one restaurant; a wine bar and a modern brasserie combined to become Studio du Chef. A series of key elements creates different experiences. The show kitchen is the main attraction, displaying live cooking on LED monitors throughout the restaurant. Studio Du chef translates, the chef’s studio. The presence of modern and simple finishes and furniture pieces complete the interior backdrop of the spectacle.

Porterhouse

Steakhouse | Sofitel Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE

This design combines the rawness of Polynesia with the sophistication of a five star steakhouse. The use of solid raw materials such as timber, slate and steel blended with the touch of subdued warmth through use of low-level lighting and soft, plush furnishings and fabrics brings this to realization. Key features include the show kitchen with parrilla grill and walk in climatecontrolled wine cellar. The Restaurant is paired with lounge and cigar room accessed via the spiral staircase.

*Architect of Record: Mirk A&E

AE7 Staff and Role: Andrew Morrell, Senior Interior Designer

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Moana

Seafood Restaurant | Sofitel Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE

Layers of movement …… that is the ocean, with its constant changing tide, the way the light dances in the water, how the schools of fish create a symphony; it is a constantly changing canvas. The same can be said for the vibrant bustle of activity that occurs in a restaurant environment. This restaurant plays on this overlapping display with its special lighting effects, its artistically glazed portals, water wall dividers and onyx shell counters. This restaurant hosts live display cooking and ceviche bar, with outdoor low-level seating in the man-made lagoons.