RAMA V

“Keep your face to the sun and you will never see the shadows.” ― Helen Keller

n the heart of the city, the concrete jungle meets greenery, a journey of botanical inspiration. Our canvas for this creative endeavour? A charming restaurant; Rama V, transformed into a subtle oasis of love.

Sometimes, the most profound beauty lies in the subtlety of details. The restaurant, with its cosy ambiance, provided the perfect canvas for the vision. To feel like guests were stepping into a hidden paradise, where love bloomed like a delicate orchid.

Inspiration often comes from the world around us, and this time, we turned to the tropics. With its vibrant colours, exotic flora, and the gentle rustle of palm leaves, the tropical realm is an endless source of wonder. We aimed to capture this essence in a celebration that was, subtle, and profoundly beautiful.

As you step into this sanctuary, the air seems to shift, carrying the fresh, moist scent of a rainforest after a downpour. The walls, once bare, now burst with a tapestry of tropical flora. Palms stretch upwards, their fronds gently swaying as if in the rhythm of an island breeze. The majesty of the foliage, creating a living mural that captivates and enchants.

The styling of this space is a homage to the tropics, where beauty thrives in every corner. Verdant mosses and ferns carpet the scene, a stage set for reception, framed by the embrace of the foliage. The lighting, reminiscent of a setting sun on a distant island, highlighting the greens and illuminating the colours, making them dance.

Amidst the sea of green, vibrant pops of colour catch the eye. The fiery reds of Heliconia and the delicate pinks of orchids inject the scene with a dynamism that is both wild and curated. They are characters in this tropical narrative, each with its own story to tell. Birds of paradise stand proudly, their orange and purple crowns like flames against the lush backdrop.

The table is laid with pristine white linens, creating a canvas for the symphony of colours and textures. Centrepiece, a vibrant floral arrangement bursts forth with the life and vivacity of a tropical garden. Bold reds, sunny yellows, and lush greens are complemented by more subdued purples, bringing the essence of an equatorial paradise to the dining experience.

Candles rise on slender holders, their flames flickering gently, casting a glow that enhances the atmosphere. These tall candles add a sense of height and drama to the table, drawing the eye upwards to the hanging botanicals that frame the scene. The natural light from the large windows bathes the setting in a soft and diffused glow.

The overall styling is a celebration of tropical elements chosen not only for its beauty but for its ability to create a harmonious aesthetic. The colours of the florals pop against the neutral backdrop, creating a feast for the eyes, while the gold accents whisper of luxury without pretension.

tropical inspiration is a philosophy

An understanding that even in the most unexpected places, nature finds a way. In this case, it finds a way to not just grow, but to thrive and transform a space into something truly magical. A celebration where nature's beauty danced with human emotion and detail was atribute to the tropics. The result? A day of love, laughter, and the indelible mark of tropical paradise.

Here, in the heart of urbanity, we are reminded that love can be found in the most unexpected places. It's in the gentle sway of palm leaves, the vibrant hues of tropical blooms and the cosy corners of a charming restaurant. In the subtle, the stolen glances and the moments that take our breath away.

This project is a collaboration effort with Razak Flora.

SEALED WITH STYLE, SIGNED WITH LOVE: N.R

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