Buha|i|rest Restaurant

BUHA|I|REST RESTAURANT

Roman Plyus

Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus

ARCHITECTS
Roman Plyus

DESIGN TEAM
Roman Plyus, Angelica Chernenko

MANUFACTURERS
Afteroom, Hans Wagner

ART CONSULTANT
Angelica Chernenko

PHOTOGRAPHS
Roman Plyus

AREA
350 m²

YEAR
2020

LOCATION
Budapest, Hungary

CATEGORY
Restaurant

Buha|i|rest Restaurant
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Buha|i|rest Restaurant
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Buha|i|rest is the latest gastronomic hot spot located in a historical part of Budapest. It advertises itself as a stylish concept bar and a lounge for luxury dining.

During the 20th century, the building had been the home to a textile manufacturer. The 1148-square-foot (350-square-metre) speakeasy is divided into a bar and more intimate lounge space.

The 164-square-foot (50-square-meter) speakeasy is divided into a coffee-bar.

Buha|i|rest Restaurant
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Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus

“The client wanted an ultra-modern space juxtaposed with a vintage chairs Pierre Jeanneret, which he left from the last project”. “With dramatic feelings, Instagram views and a friendly atmosphere.”

Most of the concrete arches and ceiling have been left in their found state. The floor tiles are reclaimed and materials are sustainably sourced.

Clay-coloured leather cushions have been used to dress the bench seats.

Buha|i|rest Restaurant
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Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus
Buha|i|rest Restaurant
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Throughout the restaurant, used the materials hand-glazed tiles, terracotta decorative plaster, and marble for wall and bar. Menus and coasters are made of up-cycled paper and plastic.

The surprise in this space is the huge sculpture of KAWS "Small Lie", which is a great find for Instagram photos.

Modular sculpture in the sofa area is handmade by local craftsmen inspired by Alexander Calder.

Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus
Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus
Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus
Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus
Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus
Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus
Buha|i|rest Restaurant
© Roman Plyus


Buha|i|rest Restaurant
Axonometric
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