EN RESTAURANT

435 Hudson St

Project Description:

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Architect: Kushner Studios

Contract Price: $1,350,000

Program:6.600 Sf (3.400 Sf dining, 3.200 SF back of house, kitchen) 3 private dining rooms, 2 tatami rooms, bar and lounge area, open kitchen, dining room.

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Eschewing contemporaneous trends in restaurant design towards 'slick' minimalism, EN has found a unique niche in its delicate balancing act between its sensual modernist use of materials set against a richly expressive antique panels 'pre-inscribed' with character, incorporating traditional Japanese hardware, stucco surfaces and rough hewn timber panels. The overall care given to this handcrafted outpost of a popular Japanese mini-chain is as prevalent in the food as in the details of the space. It continues to thrive in the fickle New York City restaurant world. It has garnered accolades worldwide for its aesthetic and ambiance. (We are also quick to point out that it has been rated by Zagat's Guide with a 28/30 for decor. Now in this 13th year of operation,  it is still a great calling card for all who were involved in putting this international team together.

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WHAT

Interior  Commercial

Renovation

Gut commercial Renovation.

WHERE

West Village

New York City

WHEN

March 2005