shiori

Shiori is a yakitori bar set in a 132 year old Goan structure. Through this project, the intent was to maintain the nostalgia by preserving the integrity of the structure while introducing new elements that helped transform it to a fresh new yakitori bar. The street bar is designed to take maximum advantage of its small footprint but large frontage. The conscious choice of dark flooring, moody wall finishes, and wooden countertop are reminiscent of a Japanese izakaya.

The Shibori cushions, Ukiyo-e themed art and pop art, Akuri inspired lamps, and tropical plants complete the bar. Across Japan, you will observe chic curtain-like fabrics hanging in front of traditional restaurants, small eateries, izakaya bars, tea and seaweed shops. This fabric is called ‘Noren’. For Shiori, we designed and handcrafted our very own 15 ft long ‘Noren’ light installation which hangs modestly above the bar. 

Location: Siolim, Goa
Project area: 1230 sq ft
Scope of work: Adaptive Reuse, Restoration, Interior Design
Age of the house: Originally built in 1891
Original use: Hardware store
Typology: Hospitality
Photography: Fabian Franco