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New York best bars to go today – Ophelia, an ecletic jewel

Pedro Nogueira — Sat, 04 Aug 2018 11:19:49 +0000

On the top of the Panhellenic Beekman Tower, in Manhattan’s Midtown District there is one of New York best bars, the Ophelia Lounge, an authentic jewel.

The tower, designed in 1928 by the American Architec John Mead Howells, originally seved as an hotel ad lounge reserved to college graduated women belonging to national Greek-letter sororities. However, in 1930 the space has been opened to the publice and a new era began and the rooftop restaurant has became one of Frank Sinatra, Miles David and Frank Zappa’s favourite place.

Last February the Ophelia lounge opened its doors in this bulding full of history, showing to the world elgant interiors and an incredible panoramic view and combining a sense of intimacy, and confidently-crafted cocktails.

Entering the bar, while emerging from one of the three elevators, the first thing that capture your eyes is the pewter-cast bar, with its stool upholstered in deep red velvet from the italian textile company Alessandro Bini.

Additionally, as a reminder of the place’s past, you’ll find three paneled windows with an original 1920s iron framework, while the walls combine two shades of blue: a Bone China blue and a more modern royal shade.

Along the whole perimeter there are luxurios banquettes, matched to the deep red velvet of the counter stools, Lined to the banquettes we find white marble exagonal tables, while the whole floor is made of black and white tiles.

Being one of New York best bars, the Ophelia Lounge not only surpises you with its incredible interior design, but also with its 360-degree views on the city. In fact, a continuous bank of windows offer you a total rooftop view, both on the north and on the south side.

Best lavish Studio Munge bar decor ideas – Akira Back at Toronto

Pedro Nogueira — Sat, 04 Aug 2018 11:17:57 +0000

The well-known design firm Studio Munge once again outdid itself with its bar decor ideas. At the heart of Toronto`s vibrant Entertainment District, on the second floor of the newly built hotel Bisha, the new Akira Back restaurant represents the highest expression of the Japanese dining experience.

Studio Munge‘s design project for the Michelin starred chef Akira Back, leads the visitors through a journey that ignites imagination. The entry from the hotel’s main floor is an extraordinary portal with incredible gold volumes, ending with a sculptural staircase, mirroring a six-tiered ceiling structure with glowing cove lighting.

The journey ends at the sushi bar, an astonishing statement of luxury and modernity. Here, textured carbon black and charcoal tones are thoroughly combined and velvet upholstered bar stools and armchairs together with leathered belvedere marble tables lead the guest through a sensorial experience.

An homage to Japanese culture is payed by the restaurant details. In fact, on the dark side of the restaurant the guest is surrounded by Shou Sugi Ban inspired walls, a centuries old Japanese wood finishing technique which add a touch of soulfulness to the ambience.

Furthermore, to honour the bond between mother and child, a custom mobile waves through the ceiling showcasing original artwork painted by Akira’s mom.

There is no doubt that Studio Munge bar decor ideas always represents a statement of luxury and modernity. Their design is an astonishing performance that everytime guides the guest through an incredible journey which satisfies both the sight and the touch.

Written by Sara Lança