Danish studio Space Copenhagen has created a joyful and elegant restaurant and bar for chef Andreas Bagh.
Located at the beautiful “Kings Square” in the heart of Copenhagen, near the Royal Danish Theatre and Charlottenborg Palace, Esmée pays homage to the essence of the Classic French brasserie and cuisine, with a classic setting in a modern interpretation.
Simultaneously elegant, fun, comfortable and unpretentious, the atmosphere aspires to dreamy, vibrant and buzzing nights out. This is the second time Space Copenhagen has brought their design expertise to the Kongens Nytorv space, having designed the much-acclaimed restaurant Geist in 2011.
“For Esmée we wanted to create the feeling of a fun, lively, urban Orangery by bringing the verdant courtyards into the space and by using a lot of plants and trees throughout. In addition, the use of the colour green in a multitude of shades, both on the walls and on the upholstery has created a light and naturalistic tapestry,” says Signe Bindslev Henriksen, the Founder of Space Copenhagen.
Drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean, the design offers a nostalgic nod to Southern European dining and is echoed throughout the interiors. The refined variety between the main areas allows the space to evolve seamlessly throughout the day, offering an elegant yet playful destination for socialising. Inspired by La Belle Époque in France, the restaurant will serve an à la carte menu rooted in classic French dishes with a Nordic touch.
Photo: wichmann+bendtsen
