L’Ambasciatore, Basel

Basel has a new attraction for daytime and nighttime visitors with L'Ambasciatore, an Italian restaurant with a bar. How the extraordinary color and material concept of a well-thought-out interior design brings such an attractive new location to life can be measured best by those who have witnessed the transformation of the former Irish Pub.

Today, the L'Ambasciatore raises expectations even before entering the premises, and visitors will not be disappointed. A body of space is pressed into the facade of the building creating a contrast with the light natural stone cladding. It is immediately clear that a story is being told here along newly found lines in a clear language, which has an enormous pull.

You don't just arrive, you are welcomed; you don't go directly in, but immerse yourself in a stage and find yourself an actor within a scene.

An atmosphere of specially-blended olive-colored anthracite spreads like a lining around the room. The color continuum covers the inserted expansive bodies like skin, large shapes such as galleries and small stages for artistic displays. Structures made of plaster and button-tufted upholstery become ambassadors of special places. Gold and patinated wood enhance the overall impression, allow flashes of light reflections, create zoning and frames for views, glimpses and transitions.

From the shining star in the sky to the solar systems of the chandelier, the light production reinforces the inspiring impression of taking part in a culinary spectacle. It is worth immersing yourself in the experience.