The Punjab Grill at Khan Market in the capital is a fine dining created to cater for an intimate culinary experience. Khan Market, a well-heeled shopping & food destination becomes an apt location for an authentic North-Indian cuisine-inspired restaurant with an essence of nuanced décor. Conceptualized to present an ambiance that can don the vibe of a mid- morning tête-à-tête or an evening soirée as much as a lunch or dinner, the composition of this unique diner redefines the genre of upscale restaurants.
The client’s requirement clearly stipulated the need to create a design catering to the neighborhood & market regulars from the capital’s crème de la crème. Moving in tandem with the esteemed signature of the brand, ivpartners design team amalgamated a mood board with defined importance to the masters of the kitchen. With a global design concept revolving around ‘the chef’, the details were evolved to carry flavors of the local cuisine. The design is circumscribed around refurbishing an architectural inheritance of the colonial era, and thus required the introduction of several amendments & on-site evolution of design planning.
Being mindful while designing a public space, elements were incorporated within the existing framework of the original structure to make the restaurant environmentally conscious. This was planned around optimum utilization of upcycled materials and reduced exploitation of surplus resources. The seating arrangement was segregated in levels, to divide the ‘live load’ on each floor, reducing the stress on the structural elements. Efficient effluent treatment units have been installed to regulate the nature of residues that are evicted from the facility. Strategically separated service areas and compliance of fire-safety regulations, were duly facilitated. Increased usage of shaded glazing to introduce diffused daylight, greatly reduces energy consumption, making it an environmentally-friendly format.
Thus, Punjab Grill Khan Market, creates a much needed & relevant balance with a posh dining experience in a sustainable & environmentally conscious restaurant.
