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MHA - Martino Hutz Architecture

MHA - Martino Hutz Architecture

Munich, DE

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Main Entrance
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How to maximize the use of limited space? Both conceptually and visually, differential growth is used as a key element in the bistro. The growth pattern follows a clear mathematical system, even when it appears to be random. This system is based on an algorithm modeled after natural occurrences and simulated using parametric software. The mathematical understanding of growth evolution was used not only for the light installation as the centerpiece, but also for smaller artifacts located on both floors. A similar idea is applied to the interior cladding around the counter. Random patterns or streaks in vivid color variations are created through the chromatization of steel panels, making the contours of the space disappear.

The ground floor public area is divided into three zones: a covered outdoor terrace, a dining area by the façade that opens to the outside, and a sociable open bar. Since there is little daylight at the back of the bar, a clear spatial separation was created between the two interior zones. The "room within a room" replaces the missing natural qualities with a unique ambiance. The chromated steel panels have gradients and colors that result from the manufacturing process and add to the uniqueness of the material. The wall cladding turns the back room into a place with numerous spatial experiences through an explosion of colors as the only non-monochromatic element of the project.

In addition, the bistro plays with space, views, and reflections. Mirrored surfaces and artefacts are installed to visually expand the compact footprint. Different angles, reflections and counter-reflections create endless variations of views, experiences and interactions. The combination of the stainless-steel counter and the light installation above, which is surrounded by chromate steel panels, is the centerpiece of the design. The hemispherical light installation placed above the "open bar", together with its reflection, appears as a sphere. Guests recognize a whole sphere and so the illusion of a room with double height works seamlessly. The sphere is created from a 28-meter-long, specially cut fabric, which is mounted along a plan also following a differential growth pattern. Three integrated light sources create individual lighting moods.

The counter is placed longitudinally to the space, abolishing the boundary between guests and staff. The atmosphere created in the day bar has a pronounced impact on its immediate surroundings: a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere during the day, a mysterious and intimate ambiance at night.

 
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Status: Built
Location: Munich, DE
Firm Role: Architect/ Interior Architect
Additional Credits: Light Consultant: Ingo Kalecinski
Manufacturer, Light feature: Visual Signage
Manufacturer, Panels & furniture: Wohaconcept
Manufacturer, Counter: Amberger Kühltechnik GmbH

 
Bar niece
Bar niece
Staircase first floor
Staircase first floor
Seating, niece
Seating, niece
Free standing, open counter
Free standing, open counter
Seating
Seating
Central light feature: full sphere through reflective ceiling
Central light feature: full sphere through reflective ceiling
Detail light feature and chromated steel panels
Detail light feature and chromated steel panels
Detail light feature and chromated steel panels
Detail light feature and chromated steel panels
3D printed pendant light
3D printed pendant light
Reflections: Natural growth pattern on wall
Reflections: Natural growth pattern on wall
Anteroom
Anteroom
Toilets
Toilets
Outdoor
Outdoor
Light feature with differentiated RGB control panel
Light feature with differentiated RGB control panel
Physical model demonstrating the lighting feature as 'full sphere' due to the reflection
Physical model demonstrating the lighting feature as "full sphere" due to the reflection
Axonometric view
Axonometric view
Floorplan, Groundfloor
Floorplan, Groundfloor
Section A-A
Section A-A
Section B-B
Section B-B
Axonometric view, light feature based on natural growth pattern
Axonometric view, light feature based on natural growth pattern
Principle, natural growth pattern and form finding light feature
Principle, natural growth pattern and form finding light feature
Axonometric view, panelization of the chromated steel panels
Axonometric view, panelization of the chromated steel panels