Japanese Zen Restaurant Design
The Japanese Zen style brings ma (negative space) and wabi-sabi imperfection to your restaurant. Restaurant interiors are brand storytelling in physical form — the design must guide the diner's mood, support the service model, and create an atmosphere worth travelling across the city for.
Color Palette
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Key Characteristics
Ma (negative space)Wabi-sabi imperfectionNatural material paletteHorizontal low linesSerene restraint
Primary Materials
- Hinoki wood
- Tatami mats
- River stones
- Shoji rice paper
- Bamboo
Why This Combination Works
Japanese Zen design works exceptionally well in restaurant spaces because its emphasis on ma (negative space) complements the room's need for table density vs. diner comfort.
Design Considerations
- Table density vs. diner comfort
- Acoustic management for conversation
- Lighting that flatters food and diners
- Service flow and kitchen adjacency
- Brand identity through materials
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