Artifact Asenteḍ n Daxel n Lbar sɣur Nelson Chow

Artifact Asenteḍ n Daxel n Lbar sɣur Nelson Chow d anerbaz yettwaqadren meqqren n 2024 Tarbaḥt A' Design Award n Ddheb deg Taggayt n Tnaflit n Afeṣṣel n Ugensu, Taddart n Uzenz d Uskan.

DdhebAgensu· 2024

Artifact Asenteḍ n Daxel n Lbar

sɣur Nelson Chow

Amsaɣ: HongKong Land

Anerbaz n Tarbaḥt A' Design Award n Ddheb deg Taggayt n Agensu

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Anerbaz n Urraz Yettwasenqden

Senqed Addad n Urraz i #154168

Rzu ɣer usmel Wali deg A' Design Award Tabḍert n tɣamsa Tanecḍa n wammud

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Afeṣṣel

Ɣef Artifact Asenteḍ n Daxel n Lbar

Artifact d lbar uffir yellan daxel n BaseHall, d annar n učči deg Central, Hong Kong. Inebgawen keččmen-d s webrid uffir yesɛan ṭṭwaqi timgurranin i yettemcabin ɣer iɣunam n tmeguri. Taxxamt n ṣṣut yeɣlin s lqermud yesɛan talɣa n iselɣafen (ihuṭṭaren) imecṭaḥ tessewḥal ṣṣut i d-yekkan seg wannar n učči n berra. Lbar agejdan yettwasbadu s tqusin am yeɣsan n idisan i d-yekkan seg tikta n tsegwa n ddaw tmurt. Tiqusin ttwaṣubbent d iḥricen n fiberglass s uṛeggem s kraḍ n tsektiwin, ttwajemɛent deg wemkan yerna ttwaklent s ufus s ṣṣbeɣ n lǧir aleqqaq. Ssqef s lemri yettarra-d tugna n yeɣsan-nni yerna yettarra amkan-nni amecṭuḥ yettban d aɛlayan.

Asmekti

Ɣef Tarbaḥt A' Design Award n Ddheb

Artifact Asenteḍ n Daxel n Lbar d amerbaḥ n Tarbaḥt A' Design Award n Ddheb, tagmat tuffirt i yisnulfa n umezwaru yelhan s waṭas. Imerbaḥen n Ddheb d isnulfa d imaynuten d imeqqranen. Artifact Asenteḍ n Daxel n Lbar ad d-yefk lqima ur nesɛi amgarad, ad yeǧǧ ddunit tennuɣ.

Deffir n ufeṣṣel

Tagrurt n tɣamsa

Ismawen n terbaɛt, iferdisen itiknikanen akked telɣut i d-yefka umeṣṣufeɣ.

Taɣara Tasuft: Guests enter through a secret passage with circular windows resembling industrial pipes. The dim lighting and concrete-textured walls create the illusion of an abandoned industrial wasteland. Pendant lights shaped like surveillance cameras add intrigue and mystery.

In the acoustic chamber, walls covered in speaker-like tiles block out noise from the bustling food hall. The clever design deceives the eye, with the repetition of tiles creating a disorienting effect. It feels like being confined inside a vessel, adding to the surreal atmosphere.

Inside the main bar, rib-like structures reminiscent of cisterns greet guests. Ambient lighting emphasizes the bold arches, creating a serene ambiance. The arches continue down to form intimate booth seatings, providing comfort and style.

The mirrored ceiling reflects the ribs, making the space feel larger and more enchanting. The skylight above the bar mimics the setting sun, contrasting with the dimly lit space. This paradox creates a surreal atmosphere, as if entering a hidden worlddefyinglogic.
Tigejdiwin & Akemmus: The bar is around 1400 square meter.
Tibzimin: speakeasy bar, bar, hong kong, interior design, bar design, surreal, bar lighting
Tasnakta n Ufares: Acoustic Chamber. Upon entering, guests are greeted by an acoustical chamber with walls covered in Artifact acoustic tiles. The design of the acoustic wall tiles in Artifact certainly adds to the overall ambiance of the speakeasy bar. The tiles are shape like mini speakers; it is a small pyramid with a flat circle top on which there are small punctures going around in circles. Not only does the tiles create a visually captivating pattern, but incorporates an element of irony that a speaker like object serves an acoustic function.

Main bar. To create the precise shape of the ribs in the main bar, a 3D mould was used. Fiberglass was then casted in sections within the mould. Once the fiberglass pieces were completed, they were transported to the site and assembled together in situ. To add a finishing touch, a soft plaster paint was meticulously hand-painted on site.
Asewḥel n Usnulfu: The first challenge to create a seamless transition from the busy food hall into a completely different atmosphere. To address this, an Acoustic Chamber was created with walls covered in acoustic tiles to block out the noise.
For the main dining space, the challenge was to address the low ceiling and to create something dramatic and unique in a small space. Mirror finish was used in the ceiling to reflect the ribs and creating an illusion of soaring heights.
Anadi: We researched underground cisterns like the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul to understand the tranquil ambiances we wanted to recreate. We also studied the works of surrealists Ernesto Neto and James Turrell for insights on crafting immersive environments. We aimed to create an installation where guests could deeply engage with their surroundings. By integrating light installations and architectural interventions, we skillfully manipulated perception, resulting in an enveloping experience.
Aseḥbiber: Artifact is a speakeasy bar hidden behind a secret passage inside BaseHall, Hong Kong’s newest dining destination and luxury food hall in the heart of Central. Inspired by the rhythm and repetition of surreal geometry and the serene atmospheres found in underground cistern. Artifact is a mysterious yet alluring destination transporting the guests into a different realm. A striking contrast to the busy food hall outside, guests will find themselves in a mysterious yet alluring space, making it an unforgettable and out of this world experience.
Tanzagt n Usenfar: Artifact opened in April 2023 and is hidden behind a secret passage inside BaseHall, Hong Kong’s newest dining destination and luxury food hall in the heart of Central, Hong Kong. It is located in the prominent Jardine House, Hong Kong's first true skyscraper.
Tanila n Umahil: n/a
Igmamen n Terbaɛt: Nelson Chow
Rain Ho
Rafael Pardo
Brandon Fong
Imsuren n Tugniwin: Common Studio