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fittings with a deep-set lamp and narrow beam halogen light sources, which control the light onto the table while minimising glare. Several of the walls and columns are highlighted with the use of floor recessed narrow beam LED uplight fixtures, whilst a linear LED is concealed above the bespoke 3D tiles to illuminate the wall and give the tiles a floating feel on the façades. The open kitchen area, where guests can watch their food being prepared is illuminated with recessed halogen downlights, which provide high colour rendering properties and a controlled beam, illuminating the task areas whilst controlling any light spill into the restaurant. The main feature of the bar area is the large ice machine suspended from the ceiling and illuminated with miniature LED downlights to highlight the metallic finish. Moving outside, the external terrace area is lit by bespoke pendants, which give the exterior space a warm, intimate feeling. A linear LED festoon system and recessed LED uplights illuminate the living wall providing functional and key focal point illumination. The control of the lighting was a careful
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consideration for into, ensuring smooth and low level dimming within the various scenes from day to night. “All LED lighting throughout the project is a very warm 2,200K-colour temperature to provide a warm ambience and is controlled using a DALI protocol to allow for smooth dimming to a low level,” Darren Orrow, Director of into explains. Lighting has been successfully integrated into the venue where possible, so as not to detract from the finishes and materials within the space itself. into and Conran and Partners have achieved a theatrical lighting scheme, reflecting the quality and authenticity of the food whilst creating a warm and relaxed ambience for the venue. Norden concludes: “Our design is an interpretation of the high value which Anatolian culture places on nurturing a direct relationship between host and guest in a setting that is warm and generous.” www.conranandpartners.com www.into.co.uk
design details RUYA, DUBAI CLIENT: UMAT OZKANCA AND D.REAM INTERIOR DESIGN: CONRAN AND PARTNERS LIGHTING DESIGN: INTO LIGHTING
lighting specified EL KIAZIM WALL LIGHTS ORBIT SCONCE WALL LIGHTS BESPOKE SKYLUME LANTERNS TOM DIXON ETCH TABLE TEA LIGHTS ICE ROUND 85 OUTDOOR TABLE LIGHTS SKYLUME DOMES BESPOKE CHANDELIERS FROM CONRAN AND PARTNERS
1. The Skylume dome and bespoke chandelier make a striking focal point in the restaurants dining area. 2. Locally sourced bespoke pendants give off a warm amber light providing the stunning terrace with a true Anatolian feel. 3. The main feature of the bar area is the ice machine illuminated by miniature LED downlights to highlight the sleek metallic finish.