RSH Architects was retained to plan and design the new Ya Fei Restaurant by creating a contemporary interior that incorporated classic Chinese elements.  The plan required accommodations for both traditional seating and Chinese banquet style presentation of an abundant menu.

The restaurant entrance invites patrons through a stylized pagoda constructed of a natural cherrywood, which also adorns doors and woodwork trim adding a honey rich glow to the interior.  Flanking the reception area are a banquet room and a lounge with cocktail bar service.  The main dining room ceiling rests on beams and lintels which are derived from classical temple architecture, and hues of turquoise and peach accent the light jade green backgrounds in wall coverings and flooring.  

Working together with interior consultant Isabell Nardelli and food service consultant Michael Taylor, RSH Architects developed the 3500 square foot plan which seats 120 patrons.  RSH Architects also provided careful mechanical and electrical design coordination to support special food preparation equipment, including a four burner wok and a 450,000 BTUH cooking line.  In addition, special make-up and exhaust air handling equipment was specified to provide required ventilation, while maintaining an acceptable kitchen environment.