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Red O
Restaurant
Mexican
Inspired Cuisine
Shiri Klipper Raz & Cheila Keuilian
By Rick Bayless - Interiors by Martyn Lawrence
Bullard
Fashion Island, Newport Beach, CA
Red O restaurant is known for its
menu of authentic regional Mexican and lighter
California style dishes. It is most
definitely a departure from the typical Cali-Mex eateries of Orange County, and
offers patrons a very unique experience.
The
dramatic award winning interiors are credited to the international designer Martyn
Lawrence Bullard. He has said,
"This modern and luxurious space mingles with old world textures to create
a beautiful and inviting space that is perfect to experience Chef Rick Bayless'
modern Mexican fare.”With the bold color scheme, distinctive furnishings, artisan
accents, mosaic and European tiles,
custom oversized ethnic light fixtures, tequila collection, back lit bar and
even a live tree that ascends to the
dining room ceiling, give each room it’s own distinctive vibe. The composition is absolutely amazing.
Guests
are welcomed through large, rustic wood doors with a weathered patina finish
and iron nail heads to the tequila room.
It contains a floor to ceiling series of over 100 moorish arched niches,
each individually lit and containing a single bottle of agave spirits. Tile
flooring with a traditional Moroccan design, bordered by wood plank simulated
ceramic tiles complete the look, in addition to being a durable and low
maintenance flooring solution for a high traffic area.
The
tequila room takes you to the extravagant back lit bar with intricate wood
panels and handmade oversized chandelier above. It emphasizes the rich red hue of the
painted ceiling and walls. In addition
to paint, a woven textured wall covering is used from approximately four feet
down to the floor. The wall covering
conceals any imperfections due to wear and tear. Acoustic material is used on the ceiling to
aid in absorbing the sound. Alternating
arched wooden mashrabia screens and
mirrors give the walls interest.
A
beautiful planter with airy palms takes center stage in the dining room and is
surrounded by cozy booths and slip covered chairs in textiles patterns found in
and around the regions of the
Mediterranean. In contrast, crisp
white linens don the dining tables.
In
conclusion, the Red O delivers stylish comfort as well as stunning drama – a
truly unique environment in Orange County.
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6 comments:
Red O Restaurant by Rick Bayless
The bold color scheme really stands out as it ties perfectly well with the authentic Moroccan design. The use of mosaic and European tiles compliment the design esthetic with bright pops of colors and oversize lighting fixtures overall it seems like the place to be.
—Tiffany Le
The overall design is amazing! I love going to old cemeteries and visiting the columbariums, and the tequila room definitely has been inspired by design of traditional columbariums that tastefully and respectfully display urns that hold the ashes of those that have passed away. This is a sort of bizarre, yet modern spin on showing the same respect and reverance for good tequila, and I can appreciate what they are trying to do visually and historically.
The restaurant's so fancy, the bold colors scheme work really well together. Lots of textures and lights but it doesn't seem overwhelming. Such a great design for a modern Mexico restaurant.
The lighting really stands out. They use it in such fun and unique ways. I also like the rich, warm colors used throughout. Very well written.
The inside of the house uses old style, but it still makes people think it is fashionable, luxury and interesting. The red ceiling and palm trees looks harmonious. If i have a chance, i will definitely go to this place.
It's really cool to see a space design by an accredited designer. I like how the cuisine reflects the design culture. Its decor is very modern, relaxing and original.
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