Almaz by Momo is a restaurant, lounge and shisha bar. In its location at The Beach in Jumeirah, a new shopping complex stretching on the beachfront, it is the third addition to the chain of restaurants following Almaz by Momo in the Mall of the Emirates and in the Galleria in Abu Dhabi.

The project spans on two levels, with a seating capacity of 430 persons: on the Ground floor, the restaurant seats 220 persons and on the First floor 210 seats are for the Shisha lounge area including outdoor terraces. The project is an 800m2 of dining space, outdoor terraces, kitchens and service areas.

On the ground floor, the restaurant lies in between two outdoor terraces, one terrace overlooking the mall side, and the other the sea side. The restaurant space thus becomes a node connecting the mall walkways to the beach. This node is marked by an elaborate wooden “tree” surging in the middle of the restaurant space and spanning the totality of the ceiling.

The staircase leading from the ground level to the first floor is enclosed within a box internally clad with mirror strips projecting into the shisha area.

The design of the new restaurant makes the most out of the openness of the location to the sea creating visual and spatial fluidity between indoor and outdoor spaces, through the layout, colors and furniture. Capturing somewhat of a Mediterranean flair, furniture and colors were chosen to complement the sun, sky and sea. Furniture pieces were carefully chosen including wicker chairs, sofas upholstered in rich fabrics, rustic artifacts and a basketball net chair adding a sense of playfulness to the space.

Particular attention was accorded to the finishing materials in order to withstand the corrosive nature of sea breeze.

Key elements resurface in the new Almaz such as the zellige wall. The handmade cement tiles for the flooring make a comeback with a new design “Le Tourbillon” created specifically for Almaz. The flooring, all in black and white, adds a psychedelic dimension to the space.

A scenographic lighting installation complements the architectural design work and several wall mounted Splashing Drops by Cai-Light gaze out of the walls casting a Mousharrabyyeh-like pattern.

The design of the venue continues the legacy of an innovative blend between the modern and the traditional, a synergy of Moroccan style and contemporary lines.
The dynamic plan, the visual perspectives, the play of colors and patterns collaborate in creating a vibrant, aesthetic and intricately refined space.