Nizuc, a 225-seat modern coastal Mexican restaurant in Hudson Yards, New York City, is a study in the interplay of materiality, spatial openness, and cultural authenticity. The design references the serene qualities of coastal landscapes through a refined palette of warm wood tones, textured surfaces, and vibrant hues. An expansive open-ceiling concept, punctuated by floating wood beams, establishes a sense of lightness, recalling the experience of dining beneath an unobstructed coastal sky.

A 39-seat wraparound bar anchors the space, creating a focal point of energy and interaction. Beyond, the main dining area is structured to promote both intimacy and connectivity, with a linear open kitchen reinforcing the relationship between diner and chef. Booth seating lines the perimeter, providing a layered spatial experience that balances openness with enclosure. A private dining room, enclosed by mosaic glass doors, accommodates up to 40guests, offering a secluded yet immersive atmosphere.

Material selection is integral to the restaurant’s identity, with concrete, terracotta, and whitewashed wood establishing a tactile, grounded aesthetic. The use of handcrafted elements—Oaxacan clay pendants, custom Central American seating, and lighting by Mexico City-based designer David Pompa—underscores a commitment to traditional craftsmanship within a contemporary framework. Lush greenery and sculptural cacti further root the space in its coastal Mexican inspiration, softening architectural gestures and evoking a courtyard-like ambiance.

Nizuc’s design is an articulation of balance—between past and present, craftsmanship and innovation, urbanity and nature. It is a space that elevates the dining experience beyond the act of eating, offering an immersive architectural narrative that transports guests to the coastal landscapes of Mexico.

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Nizuc, a 225-seat modern coastal Mexican restaurant in Hudson Yards, New York City, is a study in the interplay of materiality, spatial openness, and cultural authenticity. The design references the serene qualities of coastal landscapes through a refined palette of warm wood tones, textured surfaces, and vibrant hues. An expansive open-ceiling concept, punctuated by floating wood beams, establishes a sense of lightness, recalling the experience of dining beneath an unobstructed coastal sky.

A 39-seat wraparound bar anchors the space, creating a focal point of energy and interaction. Beyond, the main dining area is structured to promote both intimacy and connectivity, with a linear open kitchen reinforcing the relationship between diner and chef. Booth seating lines the perimeter, providing a layered spatial experience that balances openness with enclosure. A private dining room, enclosed by mosaic glass doors, accommodates up to 40guests, offering a secluded yet immersive atmosphere.

Material selection is integral to the restaurant’s identity, with concrete, terracotta, and whitewashed wood establishing a tactile, grounded aesthetic. The use of handcrafted elements—Oaxacan clay pendants, custom Central American seating, and lighting by Mexico City-based designer David Pompa—underscores a commitment to traditional craftsmanship within a contemporary framework. Lush greenery and sculptural cacti further root the space in its coastal Mexican inspiration, softening architectural gestures and evoking a courtyard-like ambiance.

Nizuc’s design is an articulation of balance—between past and present, craftsmanship and innovation, urbanity and nature. It is a space that elevates the dining experience beyond the act of eating, offering an immersive architectural narrative that transports guests to the coastal landscapes of Mexico.

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Nizuc, a 225-seat modern coastal Mexican restaurant in Hudson Yards, New York City, is a study in the interplay of materiality, spatial openness, and cultural authenticity. The design references the serene qualities of coastal landscapes through a refined palette of warm wood tones, textured surfaces, and vibrant hues. An expansive open-ceiling concept, punctuated by floating wood beams, establishes a sense of lightness, recalling the experience of dining beneath an unobstructed coastal sky.

A 39-seat wraparound bar anchors the space, creating a focal point of energy and interaction. Beyond, the main dining area is structured to promote both intimacy and connectivity, with a linear open kitchen reinforcing the relationship between diner and chef. Booth seating lines the perimeter, providing a layered spatial experience that balances openness with enclosure. A private dining room, enclosed by mosaic glass doors, accommodates up to 40guests, offering a secluded yet immersive atmosphere.

Material selection is integral to the restaurant’s identity, with concrete, terracotta, and whitewashed wood establishing a tactile, grounded aesthetic. The use of handcrafted elements—Oaxacan clay pendants, custom Central American seating, and lighting by Mexico City-based designer David Pompa—underscores a commitment to traditional craftsmanship within a contemporary framework. Lush greenery and sculptural cacti further root the space in its coastal Mexican inspiration, softening architectural gestures and evoking a courtyard-like ambiance.

Nizuc’s design is an articulation of balance—between past and present, craftsmanship and innovation, urbanity and nature. It is a space that elevates the dining experience beyond the act of eating, offering an immersive architectural narrative that transports guests to the coastal landscapes of Mexico.

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Nizuc, a 225-seat modern coastal Mexican restaurant in Hudson Yards, New York City, is a study in the interplay of materiality, spatial openness, and cultural authenticity. The design references the serene qualities of coastal landscapes through a refined palette of warm wood tones, textured surfaces, and vibrant hues. An expansive open-ceiling concept, punctuated by floating wood beams, establishes a sense of lightness, recalling the experience of dining beneath an unobstructed coastal sky.

A 39-seat wraparound bar anchors the space, creating a focal point of energy and interaction. Beyond, the main dining area is structured to promote both intimacy and connectivity, with a linear open kitchen reinforcing the relationship between diner and chef. Booth seating lines the perimeter, providing a layered spatial experience that balances openness with enclosure. A private dining room, enclosed by mosaic glass doors, accommodates up to 40guests, offering a secluded yet immersive atmosphere.

Material selection is integral to the restaurant’s identity, with concrete, terracotta, and whitewashed wood establishing a tactile, grounded aesthetic. The use of handcrafted elements—Oaxacan clay pendants, custom Central American seating, and lighting by Mexico City-based designer David Pompa—underscores a commitment to traditional craftsmanship within a contemporary framework. Lush greenery and sculptural cacti further root the space in its coastal Mexican inspiration, softening architectural gestures and evoking a courtyard-like ambiance.

Nizuc’s design is an articulation of balance—between past and present, craftsmanship and innovation, urbanity and nature. It is a space that elevates the dining experience beyond the act of eating, offering an immersive architectural narrative that transports guests to the coastal landscapes of Mexico.

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Nizuc, a 225-seat modern coastal Mexican restaurant in Hudson Yards, New York City, is a study in the interplay of materiality, spatial openness, and cultural authenticity. The design references the serene qualities of coastal landscapes through a refined palette of warm wood tones, textured surfaces, and vibrant hues. An expansive open-ceiling concept, punctuated by floating wood beams, establishes a sense of lightness, recalling the experience of dining beneath an unobstructed coastal sky.

A 39-seat wraparound bar anchors the space, creating a focal point of energy and interaction. Beyond, the main dining area is structured to promote both intimacy and connectivity, with a linear open kitchen reinforcing the relationship between diner and chef. Booth seating lines the perimeter, providing a layered spatial experience that balances openness with enclosure. A private dining room, enclosed by mosaic glass doors, accommodates up to 40guests, offering a secluded yet immersive atmosphere.

Material selection is integral to the restaurant’s identity, with concrete, terracotta, and whitewashed wood establishing a tactile, grounded aesthetic. The use of handcrafted elements—Oaxacan clay pendants, custom Central American seating, and lighting by Mexico City-based designer David Pompa—underscores a commitment to traditional craftsmanship within a contemporary framework. Lush greenery and sculptural cacti further root the space in its coastal Mexican inspiration, softening architectural gestures and evoking a courtyard-like ambiance.

Nizuc’s design is an articulation of balance—between past and present, craftsmanship and innovation, urbanity and nature. It is a space that elevates the dining experience beyond the act of eating, offering an immersive architectural narrative that transports guests to the coastal landscapes of Mexico.

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