Akira Back Restaurant
Transforming an exquisite Japanese-Korean restaurant, Akira Back at W Hotel, The Palm
Introduction
In 2017, ISG was appointed by Al Sharq Investments to fit out a 17,000 sq ft Japanese-Korean fine dining restaurant, Akira Back Restaurant, located within W Hotel The Palm in Dubai.
Situated on the fifth floor of the hotel, The restaurant bears the namesake of the chef who owns it. To match the exquisite menu the restaurant offers, the restaurant demanded an interior that acts as a showcase to Akira Back’s creations while taking guests on a journey beyond Dubai.
| Customer | Al Sharq Investments |
| Architect | Keane Brands LLC |
| Program Duration | 19 weeks |
| Area | 17,000 sq ft |
Adding value every step of the way
In a unique approach to giving back, ISG Middle East launched its first site-based donation drive where over 90 workers working on the site had access to pre-owned outfits.
Engaging with different stakeholders across all areas of the business to ensure it brings the client’s vision to life at every stage of the fit out. The project’s relationship driven approach has seen ISG Middle East working directly with the client on every aspect of the design and build.
The project
We delivered a scope of works which included an open kitchen, a Sake tasting room, counter-top Robata Grill, a private dining room, expansive dining room along with feature installations, such as illuminated three-dimensional contoured clouds and the entrance, which resembles a vortex leading guests into the main dining area
Following a 19-week programme, the restaurant was completed ahead of it’s official opening in January 2019.
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