masquespacio combines bold colors and reflective materials for kento sushi shop in valencia

design studio masquespacio has completed a 25 sqm sushi take away shop in valencia, spain, combining a bold palette with reflective finishes that maximize the sense of space. being the second store of sushi shop kento, the new venue maintains the brand identity by reusing the existing colors but changing some of the materials for a fresh take.

all images by luis beltran

masquespacio has layered the store’s ceiling with a mirror, to make it look bigger that its real dimensions, and used reflective metal in several elements to create an amplifying effect. the rounded forms of the window frames add to kento’s intriguing faćade without touching the colors and materials of the existing building. at the same time, a window has been added to offer passersby a glimpse of the sushi chefs working, showcasing the freshness of the products.

‘our aim on a design level is to convert kento’s sushi in an object of desire,’ notes ana hernández, creative director of masquespacio, ‘it’s like creating a sushi boutique open for any type of customer. we feel that with this second kento we have made this step.’

project info:

name: kento

architect: masquespacio

location: valencia, spain