Company:
Kelly Architects

Project Details

Fabric 1

6002-20183
Producer/Manufacturer: Serge Ferrari North America Inc.
Primary Use: Main Fabric


Engineer Name 1
Charles Tann

Engineer Company 1
CTA-SE

Design Name
Carnie Armenian

Design Company
Kelly Architects

Architect Name
George Kelly

Architect Company
Kelly Architects

Fabrication Name
Matt Aulbach

Fabrication Company
J Miller Canvas

Subcontractor Name
Matt Aulbach

Subcontractor Company
J Miller Canvas

Graphics Name
n/a

Graphics Company
n/a

Project Manager Name
Charlie Patton

Project Manager Company
1st Avenue Capital

Installation Name
J Miller

Installation Company
J Miller


Please describe the project specifications

Not only a restaurant, but a gathering space for a chic yet comfortable dining experience- Soulmate restaurant’s doors open to a lush open-air dining space adorned with plantings and dining banquettes. The client requested for a marriage of textures to create a warm yet simple space for an intimate ambiance, even with large groups.


What is unique or complex about the project?

Our company has chosen to submit Soulmate to the International Achievement Award for its adaptive use of the retractable canopy system, creating a versatile dining experience. Capturing the charm of the California weather outdoor under the retractable canopy, guests dine under the open air; or during rain, under the closed canopy as it naturally creates an intimate evening glow. The retractable canopy system allows for guests to feel they are in a lush landscape with natural greens growing around them, while enjoying the chef's Mediterranean-Spanish inspired cuisine.


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