ROU × James Sharman Restaurant

Occupying a prime corner of the Taipei Marriot Hotel, the restaurant collaboration between ROU by T-HAM and chef James Sharman combines all-day Modern British cuisine with the finest deli offerings including an assortment of fresh and cured meats.

The lofty space is characterised by abundant natural light and views towards an adjoining garden. Inside, a light coloured palette contrasts with the darker and formal vibe of the hotel's public spaces, a distinction intended to invite and lure in passersby.

The design orchestrates an inviting and laid-back environment, combining earth-toned tiles, stone table tops and beige leather seating. Lush vegetation planters are foregrounded at the entrance. Softness of materiality and abundant greenery reflects the restaurant's ethos of adopting natural and earnest ingredients in its cuisine.

At the centre, a continuous work counter wraps along the kitchen to tie up all the necessary working functions, including the bar, ready-to-eat meal counter, cured meat slicing area, and the fresh meat preparation area. A curvaceous sculptural overhang hovers above, creating a strong visual feature out of the operational core.