The first room, which faces the street, is more “official” and scenic. It has a reception desk and a table where architectural models can be displayed. The second room, on the other hand, creates an atmosphere of trust and dialogue, being stylistically conditioned by the restaurant style. Separate tables can be moved and juxtaposed to encourage conversation among several people. The two rooms are connected with a circular arch that echoes the arched shape of the wall finish that runs from the vertical surface to the ceiling. In the second room, this finish is reflected in the mirrored wall and completes the vault that surmounts an extended and doubled space. The mirror is used to the side of the sofa to create perspective and avoid the niche effect. The wall opposite the arched passageway is completely covered with paneling in a Canaletto walnut shade that contrasts with the marble seeded floor.
Also lending warmth to the rooms are the fabrics, especially the velvet, whose folds complement the raised vertical bands of the wall finish. Glass lightens and emphasizes the metaphysical spirit, especially in the case of the glass table that seems to disappear despite holding a mass of the plastic. The curtain behind the reception desk emphasizes the dramatic effect.
