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Saffy’s Restaurant, East Hollywood, California (USA) by NCA Studio

Project name:
Saffy’s Restaurant
Architecture firm:
NCA Studio, Inc.
Location:
East Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
Photography:
Joseph Weaver
Principal architect:
NCA Studio, Inc.
Design team:
Nicky Kaplan Interiors, Genevieve Gergis, NCA Studio, Inc.
Interior design:
Nicky Kaplan Interiors
Collaborators:
Built area:
2,500 ft²
Site area:
2,500 ft²
Design year:
2021 - 2022
Completion year:
2022
Civil engineer:
Structural engineer:
Structural Focus
Environmental & MEP:
EMC Engineering
Construction:
GCX
Landscape:
Lighting:
Supervision:
Material:
Visualization:
Tools used:
Budget:
Undisclosed
Client:
Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis
Status:
Built
Typology:
Hospitality › Restaurant

A neighborhood restaurant from Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis (chef-owners of Bestia and Bavel) located in the heart of East Hollywood, Saffy’s celebrates its middle eastern flavors and design while honoring its Los Angeles heritage. NCA Studio  worked closely with the owner and interior designer to bring their ‘70s era Moroccan design into the historical Art Deco building and transform the space into this middle eastern gem. The space is divided into three areas, each with its own unique ambiance. The main dining room features high ceilings, brass chandeliers, stained glass windows and plush seating, which creates an intimate dining experience.

The bar area is lively with a long curving bar, beautiful bar shelving, playful wall patterns, and arched doorways that make it perfect for relaxing and enjoying a cocktail or two after a long day. The kitchen stands out with vibrant colors, flames of the live fire and the active bustle of the chefs preparing mouthwatering middle eastern delicacies. Pale pink hues, golden accents, light wood tones and art deco-stained glass fill the space with a lighthearted and inviting energy. Diners gaze directly into the expanded open kitchen where sparks fly from the live firewood grill and the energetic buzz of the chefs fills the air. This is the perfect setting for good food, good times and celebrating with friends.


By Liliana Alvarez

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