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studio vural

New York, NY

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The segmented 32' long mural creates intimate zones in the 95 seat space.
The segmented 32' long mural creates intimate zones in the 95 seat space.
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Highpoint Bistro

"The only restaurant where abstract geometry, modern graphics and casual American food comes together"

Highpoint Bistro transforms the historical American Bar and Grill typology into a modern gridded space

Located in the Chelsea neighborhood in Manhattan, Highpoint is an American Bistro with a 2000 sf ground floor and 750 sf cellar. studio vural was commissioned for interior design and architectural services for a 350sf kitchen; 74 seat dining hall, 18 seat bar.

The oak bar counter, classical wood details and exposed brass fixtures illuminate the classic Bar and Grill while a 32' long wood space frame hosting backlight mural boxes by Miles Donovan define a modern bar space, and conceal premium storage. 

 
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Status: Built
Location: New York, NY, US
Firm Role: Interior Design
Additional Credits: Kerry Robertson (interior design, construction documents), K.T. Seung and Steven Singh (expediting, engineering), Bluestone Studio (construction), Pano Displays (graphics), Kate Clicksberg (photography), Stephen Lyle (restaurant consultancy), Miles Donovan (illustration)

 
Backlit murals by Miles Donovan carry through the space.
Backlit murals by Miles Donovan carry through the space.
Oak paneling creates a warm base before the wall transitions to the original bare brick wall.
Oak paneling creates a warm base before the wall transitions to the original bare brick wall.
A classic one-sided banquet is balanced by a modern light grid.
A classic one-sided banquet is balanced by a modern light grid.
Brass fixtures complement the softness of the classic oak bar counter.
Brass fixtures complement the softness of the classic oak bar counter.