Usine, a new concept restaurant in Stockholm, Sweden, was designed by Richard Lindvall, a renowned international designer, from a former 2,000 square meter sausage factory. The restaurant embraces a minimalist industrial aesthetic, drawing inspiration from similar spaces in Shanghai, New York, and Amsterdam.
Usine, a new concept restaurant in Stockholm, Sweden, recently opened its doors. The restaurant, formerly a 2,000-square-meter sausage factory, was transformed by internationally renowned designer Richard Lindvall. This isn’t Richard Lindvall’s first foray into restaurant design; we previously showcased his work on Restaurant Bar Nazdrowje, a garage conversion brimming with warm industrial charm.
The new space, opened in April 2015, includes a 38-seat bistro restaurant and bar called Poche 36, a café, takeout, reception, and meeting spaces. Lindvall developed the overall concept in close collaboration with the owners, restaurant owners Tim and Michael, who previously hailed from the renowned Stockholm restaurant Franska Matsalen. Both worked at the Greenhouse and more recently at Museet. The previous renovation, utilized by the Swedish Tax Agency, featured a complex meeting room with a ceiling height of 240 centimeters. The menu offers French cuisine, while the interior leans heavily into Scandinavian minimalism and industrial elements. Lindvall explains that his inspiration comes from hotels and restaurants in Shanghai, New York, and Amsterdam. “The large architectural space and hard materials are impressive, but still maintain a welcoming atmosphere. So I travelled abroad to find inspiration on how to achieve this feeling. I was a bit afraid that it would be too cold, creating a warm environment is important, but it’s still important to remain raw and fresh,” Lindvall says. The floor plan is below:
Project Information:
Architect: Richard Lindvall
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Area: 2,000 square meters
Year: 2015
Photography: Courtesy of Richard Lindvall
