Cheung Kong Club Restaurant, More Design Office

Project: Cheung Kong Club Restaurant
Award: Hospitality Interiors - Restaurants & Cafe's, Medium Practice (20+ employees), 2024
Location: Shanghai, China
Design Practice: More Design Office
Client: Cheung Kong Club

Located on the bustling Yanping Road in Shanghai, Cheung Kong Club Restaurant, by More Design Office, offers a hidden and intriguing experience right from its discreet entrance. Spanning the second and third floors, Cheung Kong Club greets diners with an intimate reception space on the second floor. The space is enveloped in striking golden materials, and a captivating dynamic shadow puppet character guides diners upon entering, celebrating their arrival.

The wine cellar resembles a house of light suspended in the sky, composed of minimalist grid shapes and Shanghai-style stained glass. The light is refracted by the begonia glass, casting shadows and creating a slow, orderly movement on the walls.

In the dimly lit corridor, vibrant floral arrangements bathed in soft light form a sculptural centrepiece. The energetic lattice screens, crafted from fine wood, and hand-painted bird and flower wallpapers exude a vintage style. The original sloping roof is preserved, while the arrangement of lights in the space creates a sense of visual depth. At one end of the corridor, a hidden door made of rusted mirrors features a copper branch art handle handcrafted by an artist, as if growing within the mirror. Different textures are reflected in carefully positioned mirrors, adding a touch of mystery and exploration.

Design highlights

Decorated with picturesque mountain scenery and elegant bamboo, the "锦"( jǐn) and "筠"(jūn) private rooms stand out. The dark-toned "锦"( jǐn) room is surrounded by hand-painted floral wallpaper, decorative wall lamps, and lights on the round table, all paying homage to the Shanghai style. While the light-toned "筠"(jūn) room showcases the theme of elegant bamboo, with materials and soft furnishings showcasing the unique charm of bamboo.

At the other end of the third-floor corridor, a hidden space awaits for diners to relax and enjoy themselves. The hidden door is designed as a display cabinet for botanical specimens, showcasing local ingredients that represent the region. Inside this entertainment room, a space for gatherings among friends and family, is a warm-toned space featuring adaptable colourful lighting and different themes.

Photo credit: More Design Office / Pianfang Studio