I-AM / Jan restaurant, London

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  • Turquoise wall and ceiling panels are mixed with gold, brass and oak for a warm ambience

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  • A distressed mirror ceiling in the entrance space adds to the natural light coming into the restaurant

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  • The back area of the restaurant is cosy and intimate for evening dining

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  • The part mosaic-tiled front and brass light of the restaurant greet diners

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The food and ambience of the old kingdoms that surrounded the Caspian Sea in earlier centuries come alive with this dynamic and intimate dining space.


Project Info

Client: Jan
Interior design: I-AM
Size: 99 sq m
Duration: 12 months


Words by Emily Martin
Images by Rafal Jezierski

Inspired by the golden ages of the Ottoman Empire and Persian dynasties, the design of Jan restaurant, as delivered by I-AM, reflects a lost opulence and grandeur enjoyed by the former potentates of the kingdoms flanking the Caspian Sea, linking Europe and Asia.

Exclusive artwork by Hakob Muradyan shares the space with an eclectic collection of seatingExclusive artwork by Hakob Muradyan shares the space with an eclectic collection of seating

‘We were briefed to create a new destination dining experience in the heart of the bustling Northcote Road area of London, bringing some of the glamour of the West End to the Clapham/Battersea scene,’ says Paul Tynan, I-AM’s creative director. ‘The restaurant needs to be a place where people can enjoy great food and fine drinks throughout the day, so the entire experience is built to encourage people to have a good time.’

Turquoise wall and ceiling panels are mixed with gold, brass and oak for a warm ambienceTurquoise wall and ceiling panels are mixed with gold, brass and oak for a warm ambience

Designed with the clientele at the centre of the experience, the interior scheme has been carefully crafted to optimise customer flow and to provide a dynamic and intimate dining environment. Highlighted by touches of rich turquoise, oak, golds and brasses against a neutral palette makes for a warm and luxurious atmosphere, with I-AM selecting textured materials that reference the Caspian region.

A distressed mirror ceiling in the entrance space adds to the natural light coming into the restaurantA distressed mirror ceiling in the entrance space adds to the natural light coming into the restaurant

Guests are greeted in the front section of the restaurant by a feature mirrored ceiling, making the space feel airy and light. The mixture and variety of seating – from plush velvet banquettes to eclectic wooden chairs – allow for a homely and comfortable space.

The design incorporates a feature bar in the middle of the space displaying a variety of authentic bitters and spices, while the spectacular open kitchen, at the rear of the restaurant, showcases a coal fire oven – the focal point of the design. Adding theatre to the restaurant, the open kitchen allows the aroma of the region’s wonderful herbs and spices to permeate around the dining space. The result is atmospheric and dramatic.

The back area of the restaurant is cosy and intimate for evening diningThe back area of the restaurant is cosy and intimate for evening dining

‘One of the best features of the scheme was the collaboration with the Armenian artist Hakob Muradyan to produce the unique portraits’, says Tynan. ‘These hang in each section of the restaurant and playfully represent the personalities of the rulers in the Caspian region.’ Another successful feature are the two key areas in the restaurant, which allow customers to enjoy the space at various times of the day. ‘The front space is perfect for brunch and cocktails; it feels light and airy by day, whereas the cosy and intimate back area is perfect for evening dining,’ adds Tynan.

Creating a light and airy environment was one of the main challenges presented to the design team, due to the building’s ‘disconnected’ layout. ‘We needed to create impact on a residential street while remaining respectful to the local area,’ explains Tynan. ‘The limited natural daylight [into the space] was addressed by opening up the front of the building, adding a distressed mirrored ceiling to reflect the light and create mood as day became night.’

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