CAPE TOWN RESTAURANT AMONG WORLD’ S MOST BEAUTIFUL RESTAURANTS
A Cape Town restaurant has been recognised as one of the world ' s 16 most beautiful restaurants. Amura by Ángel León was named a Prix Versailles World ' s Most Beautiful Achievements Laureate. This honour recognises establishments that contribute to beautifying and improving the living environment.
According to Prix Versailles, the annual awards showcase projects that set a global benchmark for exceptional architecture and design. Presented since 2015, the awards celebrate some of the finest contemporary projects from around the world.
Amura, designed by award-winning interior architect Tristan du Plessis, is a cinematic, ocean-inspired room evoking the mystique of Cape Town ' s kelp forests.
The muted greens, warm oak and bronze elements of Mount Nelson ' s historic Planet Room and former Cape Colony Restaurant create a serene, transportive environment.
The restaurant ' s open kitchen showcases Chef Ángel León ' s innovative marine cuisine, which combines local ingredients and cutting-edge techniques to create an immersive sensory experience inspired by the sea.
Prix Versailles stated the official list pays tribute to projects that embody innovation, creativity, local heritage, ecological efficiency and the values of social interaction and participation. The selection aligns with the principles of intelligent sustainability, considering the ecological, social and cultural impacts of each project.
FROM CELLAR TO CENTRE STAGE
Wine storage has moved beyond the traditional cellar to become an integrated feature of contemporary kitchen design. As open-plan living continues to shape residential architecture, wine conditioning is increasingly specified alongside refrigeration, cooking appliances and bespoke joinery as part of a cohesive design strategy.
Today ' s kitchens function as social hubs where entertaining, dining and everyday living intersect. In response, architects and designers are incorporating built-in wine storage that delivers professional-grade performance while maintaining clean lines and visual continuity. Miele’ s integrated wine conditioners provide precise temperature control, UV protection, low-vibration
operation and multiple temperature zones within a compact footprint, making them suitable for both houses and high-density urban apartments. Positioned beneath counters or within cabinetry, they support efficient use of space without compromising aesthetics.
The trend reflects a broader shift in luxury residential design, where long-term performance, engineering integrity and purposeful specification are valued as highly as visual appeal. As wine becomes part of everyday living rather than reserved for special occasions, dedicated storage is increasingly viewed not as an optional extra but as a considered architectural element. www. miele. co. za
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