Keiji Ashizawa Designs Minimalist Loca Niru Restaurant in Singapore's Historic House of Tan Yeok Nee
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Cajsa Carlson
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Summary
Japanese architect Keiji Ashizawa designed the Loca Niru restaurant in Singapore's historic House of Tan Yeok Nee, creating a minimalist interior that contrasts with the ornate Victorian exterior. The design aims to establish a 'dialogue across time' between old and new, using simple materials like wood and stone to create a calm atmosphere inspired by Zen concepts. The restaurant's name combines 'loca' (place) and 'niru' (resemble), reflecting its philosophy of blending with its surroundings while maintaining a distinct identity.
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Located in the historic House of Tan Yeok Nee, Japanese restaurant Loca Niru in Singapore has a pared-back, simple interior that contrasts its ornate exterior.
Architect Keiji Ashizawa, founder of Keiji Ashizawa Design, wanted to create a calm atmosphere in the restaurant, which is named after two Zen concepts.
Wooden furniture by Karimoku was used at Loca Niru
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