波斯韵味现代演绎 | 迪拜 Anar 餐厅设计

Architect：H2R Design

Location：Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates; | ;

Project Year：2019

Category：Restaurants

H2R DESIGNwas tasked to renovate Persian restaurant Anar, in Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. The brief was to revitalise the overall experience and to refresh the layout with natural flow, effervescence and personality. H2R Design designed a space that maintained the traditional spirit adding modern twists and feast-worthy tones.  

Situated at the heart of the Souk, overlooking the magnificent Burj Al Arab and the tranquil water canal, Anar has for years, attracted diners with its music, aromas and delectable cuisine. However, having been open for over a decade, H2R Design identified its need for an update and the replenishment of new energy to the restaurant’s distinguished presence at this iconic hotspot. 

H2R Design studied the colour palettes of Persian design including traditional art, music, language, tastes and flavours to delve deep into the cultural context and bring it forward to the modern world. They soon unravelled that the space required a smooth balance between powerful hues, soft textures and rugged edges. With that as a goal, the design team curated interiors that brought icy lapis lazuli together with igneous burgundies, timbers, metallics and ambient lighting to create a newly refined version of Anar.  

“Balance was an important aspect in the design inspiration. The historic Persian culture and kitchen are full of rich symbols, flaring qualities and temerity while the space attracted cooler undertones. We weaved opposite sides of the spectrums harmoniously with subtle nods to the conventional styles while making it more relevant for this century,” said Hasan and Husain Roomi, co-founders of H2R Design. 

H2R Design’s mantra is to go above and beyond designing incredible commercial spaces and instead to shape environments. That ideology is definitively demonstrated with Anar’s design starting from the grand courtyard entrance, to the art tattooed on the walls, the symmetry on the floors and ceilings to the carpentry and metallurgy throughout each corner of the restaurant.  

Upon reaching the courtyard, guests will be greeted with a fountain and its dazzling blue geometric pattern tiles featured on the floor. Theentrance ties in the outdoor seating spaces to the indoor interiors with a remarkable distinction.  

Inspired by Persian gardens, the seating area in the courtyard is decorated with suspended lanterns, lounge tables traditional screenings and calligraphy art to compliment the turquoise patterned stencils on the restaurant’s walls. This space allows guests to bask in all the natural goodness of the outdoor ambience while serenadingto cultural music played in the background that perfectly blends with the theme.

“We wanted to put some emphasison the courtyard area by creating the central water feature surrounded by beautiful Persian inspired tiles. This is a more tranquil lounging space compared to the rest of the restaurant which is full of dramatic features. This way we modernised Anar, by not allowing it to go down the typical designroute whilst still maintaining the old-world grace”, explained Husain Roomi, co-founder of H2R Design. 

The interiors of the restaurant are divided into three segments to punctuate their functional attributes. The courtyard entrance leads to the welcome area and the bar. The left side houses a traditional oven where fresh breads and dough-based delicacies are made. It also includes a semi-private dining area to create a more intimate dining experience. The right side opens up to a spacious hall to welcome larger parties.

An open modern design Tandoor kitchen allows guest to see chefs preparing traditional bread. Terracotta tiles were added as the backsplash tocreate a traditional look while functioning as a heat resistant material absorbing higher temperatures and reducing cracking. 

To incorporate an Arabic architectural element, Mashrabiya panels were added in the open kitchen with a bronze antique finish. Perforated mesh in a copper finish were also used for interior detailing, joinery and trims on the walls.

Inside the right side of the restaurant, the special ceiling has a patterned metalwork finish, reflecting as an elaborate ornamentation but also provides balance and symmetry to overall design. 

This idea is further expressed on the floor design adding vibrancy with fresh white ceramic mosaic tiles, against the lively colours of theaqua and crimson furniture.

“Art was another focal point for us and the client, in the redesign of Anar.  In addition to the framed wall art pieces, we created symbolic mint stencils across the exterior walls tying in the both dimensions of the restaurant collectively into one. The client also commissioned an Iranian artist who painted lively murals to enrich the space with splashes of colour and whimsy. Creating a canvas for the art, we used travertine on the walls to keep it quite earthy and to allow for the colours to pop out playfully,” commented Hasan Room, co-founder of H2R Design. 

Modern but Persian inspired lighting was incorporated throughout the restaurant creating sanguine glows and warmth. 

Other key features of the interiors redesign include antique smoky mirrors with a mesh of brass, developed by the contractorand inspired by the traditional wooden archways added by H2R Design. 

The fabrics of the furniture are all Persian inspired colours and patterns, but here H2R Design didn’t want to be overly traditional. As a result, the colours areanimated and full of energy. 

Textured walls were developed to embody a natural feel throughout the space, and they were livened up with different applications and surfaces, to add depth and variation. The neutral tones were also maintained to allow the colours of the feature tiles,fabrics of the furniture and artwork to pop out.

A luxurious bar top was built using blue marble to accentuate the turquoise/blues of Persian design. 

H2R Design faced a challenge in sourcing the veiny blue tile for the countertop. However, after a thorough search were able to find this richly coloured stone emulating Persian seas.  

Lightly stained oak wood was used for the furniture, which is not traditional to Persian design;however, a contrast of lighter tones was needed to complement the floors. 

The floors of the larger space are carpeted with beige and brown porcelain tiles sourced locally, maintaining the cohesive neutral earthy vibe throughout, and allowing colours from other elements to be highlighted. 

To cater to the entertainment factor of Anar, where DJ’s and bands are brought in to create a lively experience, flexible and movable furniture pieces were installed for easy accessibility. 

The redesign of Anar has led to a vibrant new vibe of a well-known location and prized restaurant. 

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