Izakaya 9am 5pm Caupona ab Tim Jen and Min Chen

Opus Izakaya 9am 5pm Caupona a designatore Tim Jen and Min Chen est victor maxime honoratus praemii praestigiosissimi 2025 Praemium A' Design Award Argenteum in Categoria Certaminis Designatio Interior.

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Izakaya 9am 5pm Caupona

a Tim Jen and Min Chen

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Victor praemii Praemium A' Design Award Argenteum in Categoria Interior

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De Izakaya 9am 5pm Caupona

Hoc opus in Tainan situm est, quae urbs historice maxime insignis Taiwaniae habetur. Itaque ratio designandi varias materias in formis originalibus praebere intendit ut et profunditatem spatii creet et decorem rusticum Tainani ostendat. Mensa potorum e concreto facta nucleus spatii est, laminis cupreis ligneisque crudis circumdata, quae tempore procedente aspectu mutabuntur. Hoc culturam singularem Tainani significat, quae per transitus historicos evolutionemque excrevit.

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De Praemium A' Design Award Argenteum

Izakaya 9am 5pm Caupona victor est Praemii A' Design Award Argenteum, honoris eximie amplissimi formis summi generis, pulchris et conspicuis dati. Victores Argenti opera valde splendida et creandi ingenio praedita sunt, quae praestantem peritiam, talentum et acumen auctorum suorum ostendunt. Exspectatur Izakaya 9am 5pm Caupona opus mirabile, exemplare, valde professionale et penitus novum fore. Haec forma Argento victa inventum notabile et admiratum est, quod ad fines artis, scientiae, formandi rationis et technologiae promovendos confert. Izakaya 9am 5pm Caupona creatio est, quam multi invident, quae cupiditates excitat, sensus bonos affert et admirationem miraculumque movet.

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Proprietates Singulares: A handcrafted concrete bar counter was designed as the core element of the entire space. After the concrete was poured, the owner was invited to participate in the chiseling process, deepening the connection between the owner, the customers, and the space itself. The bar is surrounded by untreated copper plates and raw walnut veneer, which will change in appearance over time. This symbolizes the unique culture of Tainan, shaped by historical changes and evolution.
Dimensiones et Involucrum: The site is an old four-story house. The first floor is primarily designated for dining and the kitchen, while the second floor serves as private dining rooms. The third and fourth floors are allocated for staff rest and storage of goods. The design focuses mainly on the exterior and the spaces of the first and second floors. The total designed area for the first and second floors is 65 square meters.
Notulae: Natural, Izakaya, squaremeter Design Studio, Taiwan, Tainan
Technologia Productionis: The original building's green tiles on the exterior were retained and complemented with walnut veneer on the interior. The contrasting colors are accentuated with gold copper sheets. Additionally, the original gray marble flooring was preserved and paired with a newly constructed concrete bar counter, enhancing the overall stability and groundedness of the space. The design maintains the building's original features, striking a balance between historical elements and new materials, ensuring that the building stands out in the alleys of Tainan without appearing out of place.
Provocatio Designandi: Integrating the design with the original building conditions was the biggest challenge, leading to several proposed solutions. The green tiles on the exterior of the building and the walnut veneer on the interior, along with contrasting colors and gold brass accents, create a harmonious overall space with a bright focal point. The original flooring and the gray color of the new concrete bar contribute to the calmness of the space. The wall of the staircase leading to the upper floor features a high-brightness blue color, transforming the space and reducing visual fatigue caused by the same color tone over a large area. The feature wall lamps and the hand-hewn bar also add liveliness to the space.
Investigatio: The site of this project is located in a city rich in historical and cultural background. Therefore, the goal is not only to create a unique design but also to develop a space that integrates local cultural characteristics. Materials that are raw and evolve over time, such as copper sheets, concrete, and natural wood veneer, have been chosen as part of the design solution. The integration of people, space, time, and place is the core of the design philosophy. Consequently, context-sensitive design has always been the primary consideration and goal.
Inspiratio: This project is located in Tainan, one of Taiwan's most historically rich cities. Connecting the restaurant with Tainan's history was the primary design consideration. Therefore, various materials were presented in their original forms to create spatial layering while showcasing Tainan's local culture. By integrating the local culture of Tainan's ancient capital, the design preserves the building's rustic charm while infusing it with new vitality.
Duratio Operis: This project was completed in December 2023 in Tainan, Taiwan, and officially opened in January 2024.
Cursus Operationis: In terms of the flow of use, the space used by consumers and staff is separated, with the front area, where consumers are located, as the main focus of the design. In the back area, a large kitchen space has been planned to ensure that staff do not interfere with the consumers' route when delivering or receiving food. This arrangement allows consumers to enjoy a better dining experience.
Membra Turmae: Tim Jen
Min Chen
Agnitiones Imaginum: Photographer Weimax Studio, 2024.