Aubergine Restaurant

In the men's room the camera stares in a constant scrutinizing gaze. The architecture emasculates by blurring privacy boundaries. Mirrors at urinals are placed at hip height and drink rails are positioned to spur interference of personal space.

"Femininity" in the men's room is represented with vibrant color and supple materials. Multi-colored lights shine on acrylic inserted into walls creating dramatic effects. In the stalls semi-transparent resin screens replace rigid partition walls and clustered light fixtures amplify shadows. A repeating image of the building's historical crest adds texture and pattern.

By bending usual gender representations, the spaces become a catalyst for play and conversation.

Credits

• Text and Images, courtesy of Studio: Anderson
• Compiled and Edited by Varun M. Ajani

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