Box Design Studio

The new Nippori branch reimagines the brand’s signature aesthetic through a refined, contemporary lens, combining tactile materials, clean geometry, and thoughtful spatial layering. Anchored by a strong architectural identity, the design establishes a warm, structured environment that blends hospitality with crafted detailing.

The entrance is framed by a gently curved perforated brick screen, introducing visual porosity and a sense of transition. Acting as a soft threshold, it partially conceals the dining area while drawing guests inward. Timber cladding continues seamlessly from façade to interior, creating visual continuity and setting a grounded, natural tone. Inside, the space unfolds along a linear axis. A terracotta-tiled spine guides circulation, flanked by terrazzo flooring that subtly delineates pathways from dining zones. Booth seating with upholstered banquettes and modular timber tables balances intimacy with efficiency, while oversized layered pendant lights become sculptural focal points, diffusing warm ambient light. Floating acoustic baffles reinforce the geometry and enhance acoustic comfort.

A warm lighting strategy accentuates material richness: recessed strip lights trace wall panels, spherical pendants add contemporary detail, and integrated planters introduce softness and greenery. Together, these elements create a layered environment that is both calming and dynamic. Family inclusivity is expressed through a dedicated children’s play area, featuring a bespoke wooden playhouse with a slide and a whimsical landscape mural in muted tones. Large globe pendants brighten the zone, extending hospitality into an imaginative, child-friendly space. The service and display zone further embodies Nippori’s crafted identity. A white brick counter with floral accents is paired with a glass showcase, while open timber shelving with frosted glass and fabric drapes combines transparency with warmth.

This new Nippori branch reflects the evolution of the brand’s design language—rooted in Japanese simplicity, yet elevated through modern materiality, spatial clarity, and crafted inclusivity. The result is a warm, elegant dining environment that balances openness, holistic, and family-friendly hospitality.

Nippori / One Utama
Project year / 2024
Project type / Cafe Restaurant, Commercial
Build up size / 3,000 sqft
Interior Design by Box Design Studio

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