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surface . Above , a hanging steel structure serves to store dozens of bottles , all the while putting them on display through a backlit fluted glass panel . The entire room has recessed lighting going around the ceiling to properly highlight the original stone walls in the evening .
Aside from the soft general lighting , many different fixtures are used to create various moods throughout the restaurant . Symmetrically installed on the two wide mirrored walls , a series of thick ring-shaped ceramic lamps light up the banquette tables . In the bar , an original vintage glass pendant hangs above the corner table . Each of the two marble counters holds several seamlessly installed custom arched surface lamps , meant for intimate lighting for discussions at the bar . Larger versions of these cream painted cylinder lights were assembled together into a bouquet , creating a unique chandelier hanging above the central round dining table .
Most of the seating in the space is comprised of classic bistro chairs and stools , varying in colour and materials . The bar contains custom designed stools that are made up of the same steel , wood and velvet found scattered throughout the restaurant .
Contributing to the subdued evening atmosphere of the spaces are floor-to-ceiling sheer curtains that cover most of the cream coloured walls . The long wall that follows the main staircase , among others , is covered with a hand made plaster finish , as well as a glossy black ceramic that extends onto the marble pizza oven ’ s base . In front of this said wall hang a limited series of three plaster paintings , designed in collaboration with a local artist specifically for the restaurant .
Architects : Ivy Studio Photographs : ALEX LESAGE
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