London Design Gold

2026

Xiao Chang'an · New Shaanxi Cuisine

Entrant

Guoxin Space Design (Xi'an) Co., Ltd.

Category

Interior Design - Restaurants & Bars

Client's Name

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Country / Region

China

About The Entry

The moon hangs frost-like over Chang’an streets, silk shines with splendor, crowds echo far and wide, and the ancient road flourishes like a scroll painting. Xiao Changan · New Shaanxi Cuisine blends tradition with modernity to recreate the earthly charm and oriental elegance of ancient Chang’an. Vintage Chinese furniture sets a mild cultural tone. Adopting old bluestone, retro cement texture and wooden decorations, the space restores the warm vitality of old city streets. The ten-meter high bare ceiling and open display kitchen extend spatial depth. Slanting light highlights the texture of bluestone walls, inheriting the charm of time. Local iron pots and wooden utensils are subtly arranged to enrich the earthly ambiance. Giant red lanterns act as the visual core. The double-layer lighting structure satisfies functional dining lighting while presenting sculptural aesthetics, creating an immersive ceremonial atmosphere. The corridor uses dark wood veneer and warm light strips, forming a layered and rhythmic walking experience. Rejecting luxurious materials, the design integrates traditional ornaments with modern furnishings. With restrained lighting and minimalist layout, it balances classical heritage and contemporary taste. More than a restaurant, Xiao Changan is an oriental cultural retreat inheriting Chang’an’s context for leisure, tea tasting and gathering.

Credits

GuoXinSpaceDesign Studio (Xi’an) Co., Ltd.
Xin Guo
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