With its heritage firmly rooted in Japanese culture, the first Benihana opened its doors in 1964 on West 56th, New York, offering its customers a unique and flamboyant Teppanyaki dining experience.
A sophisticated brand with a strong internationally renowned identity, with over 70 international restaurants, most recently in the United Kingdom. The development of its new $2.4m London restaurant required a bold interpretation of an established style.
Natural materials underpin the entire scheme – a characteristic synonymous with Japanese interiors. Bespoke European Oak floors in a medium brown and black tone plank floors were chosen for the project. Achieve a similar look by exploring Caurica, a warm toned floor (Superfine collection), and our beautifully dark Ebony plank (Superwide collection).
The interior brings together key elements of Japanese design. Lighting and texture are used to elevate the space and clean materials demonstrate an appreciation of beauty.
The energetic ambiance of the scheme is a perfect blend of Japanese aesthetics and unique design required for a modern-Asian restaurant.
It’s well known that Benihana pioneered the Teppanyaki dining concept and helped bring Japanese food into the mainstream. This new venue continues to evolve its offer with a dedicated, Instagram-friendly “feature Teppan” table showing how the brand is still relevant and continues to offer an exceptional dining experience in an impressive interior setting.
Interior Designer: LA VILLAINE
Image Credit: Benihana
The idea was to create a welcoming, and open environment as the guests are entering the space. Two contrasting Bespoke European Oak plank floors were then specified for the project. Achieve a similar style with Caurica plank (Superfine collection) and Ebony plank (Superwide plank).
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