Urban Oasis

Quique Dacosta Masterclass × Caldera

Urban Oasis

Quique Dacosta Masterclass × Caldera

Urban Oasis

Quique Dacosta Masterclass × Caldera

Project Details

Quique Dacosta Masterclass × Caldera

Project Type

Food & Beverage
Client

American University in Dubai
Year

2026
Size

≈700
sq. m
Location

City Walk, Dubai, UAE
Status

Completed

Project Overview

Quique Dacosta × Caldera is an immersive culinary masterclass concept designed around the theatrical relationship between gastronomy, architecture, and sensory experience. Conceived as an intimate 18-seat environment, the space transforms fine dining into a live performance where guests become fully immersed in the precision, artistry, and rhythm of the kitchen. At the heart of the experience lies a transparent open kitchen, allowing uninterrupted visual connection between chefs and guests, while bar seating positioned along the preparation space creates a direct dialogue between culinary craft and audience.

Design Approach

Inspired by the experimental philosophy of Michelin-starred chef Quique Dacosta, the design balances raw organic influence with refined geometric precision. Sculptural basalt-inspired textures, charred surfaces, glowing fissures, and volcanic materiality are contrasted with clean linear forms, curated lighting, and contemporary detailing — creating a tension between nature and control. A live vertical farming installation becomes both a visual centerpiece and functional element of the masterclass, where fresh herbs and vegetables are harvested directly within the space as part of the culinary journey. Integrated wine displays, atmospheric lighting, and layered spatial framing further enhance the immersive quality of the environment, blurring the boundary between kitchen, stage, and dining experience.

More than a restaurant, the project is envisioned as a curated culinary theatre where storytelling, performance, and hospitality converge into a refined yet visceral spatial narrative.

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