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Inspired by the name ‘Antarvan,’ this project envisions an extraordinary fine dining experience set within the heart of the city. Nestled in a rapidly growing neighborhood surrounded by towering high-rises, The Design offers a breathtaking retreat into nature. At its core, the design seamlessly weaves together two defining elements— the untamed, organic growth of the forest and the serene presence of a flowing water stream. The forest like experience is not confined to the outdoors but extend into the interiors, guiding guests on an immersive journey where nature and architecture blend in perfect harmony. The result is a space where modern sophistication meets the raw beauty of the wild, creating an unforgettable dining experience that fosters a deep and seamless connection with nature.
- Project Name: Antarvan
- Office Name: Aangan Collaborative LLP
- Office Website: www.aanganarchitects.org
- Social Media : https://instagram.com/aangan_architects?utm_medium=copy_link
- Contact email: aangan.architect@gmail.com
- Firm Location: Patel Faliyu, Opposite Karuna sagar Temple, Near Umrigar School, Umra, Surat
- Completion Year: 2024
- Gross Built Area (m2/ ft2): 12,500 Sq.Ft / 1,161 Sq.Mt.
- Site area (m2/ ft2): 41,426 Sq.Ft / 3,848 Sq.Mt.
- Project Location: Surat, India
- Program / Use / Building Function: Hospitality Architecture
- Lead Architects: Vishal Shah, Vishal Desai
Photographer
Photo Credits: Pratikruti09 - Ar. Pratik Chandresha
Awards Received by the project
APSDA (Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association) Awards – Best Project from Country/Territory – India for Project ANTARVAN, held in Manila, Philippines.
APSDA (Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association) Awards – Bronze Award in the F&B / Restaurant Category across the Asia-Pacific region, for Project ANTARVAN, held in Manila, Philippines.
The project is thoughtfully divided into four key areas: the Dining Area, Kitchen, Service & Storage, and an Outdoor Landscape that includes a waiting area and open dining space. Conceptualized as an arboretum-inspired structure, it features an elegant arched glass façade and a skylight-integrated roof. This design ensures ample natural light floods the interior dining space, significantly reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day. Additionally, the building’s façade is designed with openable and sliding elements, allowing fresh air to flow freely blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor dining and creating a seamless, airy, and immersive experience in nature.
The design aesthetics place nature and its elements at the core, with a central plantation as the focal point. Functional areas are wrapped in natural stone flooring, complemented by a contemporary interplay of metal and glass structures. Materials are carefully selected with a subtle, matte finish, reinforcing the project’s primary focus on plantation. Modern sophistication is further embedded in the furniture details, featuring a refined combination of metal, stone, and veneer.
The lighting concept enhances the fine dining ambiance with a dim, atmospheric glow. A dimmable system allows for adaptive lighting, transforming the space for different uses while maintaining its primary function. Amidst cost constraints and a focus on utilizing natural materials, the surface finish palette was carefully designed to balance affordability and aesthetics. For instance, the main flooring of the restaurant is made from quarry waste of Green Marble sourced from Udaipur. Typically, the quarry produces uneven-shaped waste pieces measuring around 9” x 12” while creating full-size slabs of 8’/9’/10’ x 30”/36”. These waste pieces were resized into 6” x 6” tiles and arranged in a pixelated format. Similarly, the main entry passage was designed using upcycled railway sleeper wood, while the filler material consisted of sand grit waste from riverbeds. Additionally, the mounts, pathway curb stones, and terrazzo pathways were crafted from variously sized quarry waste, repurposed into unique shapes to enhance the design.
