ISSUES

• Creating a restaurant with standout interest and appeal within the crowded and competitive New York restaurant scene
• Identifying durable materials that could withstand abuse and activity while maintaining a fresh, fashionable look
• Finding flexible materials that allowed original, visionary designs

CHALLENGES

• Finding soft-, organic-looking surfaces that were warm and inviting—not industrial looking
• Adding interest to a dull area that was to become the focal point of the environment
• Finding materials that offered a range of colours, textures and custom design capabilities

Corian^® Durable Surfaces
Durable surfaces can withstand abuse and activity while maintaining a fresh, fashionable look.

SOLUTIONS

• Corian^® solid surface carved in a textured “rapids” pattern featured ripples and waves that could be lit to achieve a shadowy effect
• Corian^® reception desk was backlit to create a warm and inviting entrance
• Using Corian^® materials in a variety of applications helped to establish Haru as a stylish and distinctive dining experience.

Haru Sushi Bar Surface Area
Corian^® solid surface proprietary technology in thermo-forming and backlighting allows designers to transform materials into signature durable surfaces.

BENEFITS

• Corian^® proprietary technology in thermo-forming and backlighting allows designers to transform materials into signature surfaces