Interior design of a restaurant in Montmartre
- Location: Paris 18
- Area: 110 m²
- Objective: Optimize workflows and the customer experience
A blue façade, two entrances
The façade sets the tone with an intense blue applied across the entire frontage, clearly distinguishing two separate entrances. On the left, visitors access the takeaway area (pastries, viennoiseries, ice cream, coffee, etc.). On the right, the full depth of the restaurant unfolds, from the first tables through to the private courtyard at the rear.
An optimised layout was designed while taking into account the building's constraints, particularly its unusually low ceiling. The space is immediately given greater height and character by an old, massive roof structure made of large century-old timber beams.
Continuing from the takeaway area on the left, the kitchens are located further inside. This linear arrangement optimises the overall volume and systematically organises the flow between the different workstations.
The reception and bar are positioned immediately within this first area, allowing the staff to efficiently direct visitors towards the seating area best suited to their preferences.
Design tailored to each atmosphere
Several series of bespoke elements are arranged throughout this succession of spaces, offering visitors different perspectives and experiences.
The benches at the entrance feature straight, linear forms that feel solid and structured. By contrast, the benches in the main dining room adopt curved, organic and sensual forms.
In the other areas, the tables are arranged in a modular configuration, making it possible to create seating arrangements adapted to the number of guests.
A sculptural block for the kitchen and restrooms
The kitchen and restroom frontage is conceived as a single architectural block. This volume is set within the space, creating a contrast between the blue finish and the light-coloured walls.
The passage leading to the restrooms is literally a section of this façade, shifted towards the dining room. A large mirror at the exit provides a welcoming feature while also screening the view towards the restroom doors.
From every vantage point, the architectural lines draw the eye towards one another, creating the unity of this commercial architecture project.
In collaboration with Glenn MedioniPhotographer: Marie Malandain






