In entirely renovating Tout-Le-Monde, one of French restaurant representing Osaka, I proposed the concept “Interior design serving as a background.” The interior would attempt to play a supporting role and to bring out the best in customers, cooks, hall staff, sommelier and dishes. The stage set by creating a hole in the wall that was between kitchen and guest seating. This brought both spaces to interact and simultaneously bring a comfortable yet tense atmosphere. Even sunshine through the window is an essential element for this “stage”, and this balanced space composed of high quality materials enhance the charm of performers again today.
