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The Trattoria—a near-perfect chair.
The Trattoria—a near-perfect chair.
Trattoria Popolare On its downstairs level, Oslo's favorite new trattoria wraps you in a cozy, pastoral version of Scandinavian modernism, with its teak tables and creamily natural palette. Top Norwegian firm Anderssen & Voll combine traditional elements with subtly modern touches. "Change and elements of surprise stimulate thought and reflection—even for people who are not very interested in design and even if the change is not radical,” the designers say of their concept.
Trattoria Popolare On its downstairs level, Oslo's favorite new trattoria wraps you in a cozy, pastoral version of Scandinavian modernism, with its teak tables and creamily natural palette. Top Norwegian firm Anderssen & Voll combine traditional elements with subtly modern touches. "Change and elements of surprise stimulate thought and reflection—even for people who are not very interested in design and even if the change is not radical,” the designers say of their concept.
The more formal upstairs dining room is another story. The wood that lines both walls and floors is at once rich and raw-looking. At the same time, green-leather seating brings a clubby elegance. Built on classic Italian recipes, the dishes reveal the excellence of fresh ingredients, from Norwegian dill and asparagus to pecorino flown in from the Italian countryside.
The more formal upstairs dining room is another story. The wood that lines both walls and floors is at once rich and raw-looking. At the same time, green-leather seating brings a clubby elegance. Built on classic Italian recipes, the dishes reveal the excellence of fresh ingredients, from Norwegian dill and asparagus to pecorino flown in from the Italian countryside.
Next to the flower shop is Feroce Caffè, which joins Feroce Ristorante and Bar Feroce at Moxy Chelsea. Italian brothers Francesco and Lorenzo Panella—who own the famed trattoria Antica Pesa in Rome—are the boisterous personalities behind the three venues, and also a driving reason behind the hotel’s slightly irreverent Italian design. Oversized terrazzo floors line the bar, while cork vaulted ceilings recall Italian architecture. "There's exquisite craftsmanship and unexpected details at every turn, starting with Feroce, which feels like a fresh interpretation of a secret Roman trattoria, to the Fleur Room, which offers a lush, romantic interior landscape with enthralling art installations nodding to the Flower District," says Greg Keffer, partner at Rockwell Group, who oversaw the design alongside project manager Brad Zuger.
Next to the flower shop is Feroce Caffè, which joins Feroce Ristorante and Bar Feroce at Moxy Chelsea. Italian brothers Francesco and Lorenzo Panella—who own the famed trattoria Antica Pesa in Rome—are the boisterous personalities behind the three venues, and also a driving reason behind the hotel’s slightly irreverent Italian design. Oversized terrazzo floors line the bar, while cork vaulted ceilings recall Italian architecture. "There's exquisite craftsmanship and unexpected details at every turn, starting with Feroce, which feels like a fresh interpretation of a secret Roman trattoria, to the Fleur Room, which offers a lush, romantic interior landscape with enthralling art installations nodding to the Flower District," says Greg Keffer, partner at Rockwell Group, who oversaw the design alongside project manager Brad Zuger.
October 2 Building of the Day: Stella 34 Trattoria STUDIO V Architecture PLLC Photo: Photo credit: Brett Beyer
October 2 Building of the Day: Stella 34 Trattoria STUDIO V Architecture PLLC Photo: Photo credit: Brett Beyer
The Trattoria Sedia Chair by Jasper Morrison for Magis. This was my favorite. Introduced in the last Salone, this chair is a great example of Morrison's minimalism and wit. The chair comes from a classic form with a woven wicker seat, which he has replaced with a textured molded-plastic piece.
The Trattoria Sedia Chair by Jasper Morrison for Magis. This was my favorite. Introduced in the last Salone, this chair is a great example of Morrison's minimalism and wit. The chair comes from a classic form with a woven wicker seat, which he has replaced with a textured molded-plastic piece.
A wood-burning stove creates a welcoming, cafe-inspired atmosphere. A little bit further down the street is the hotel restaurant, Glorietta Trattoria—so named for nearby Mount Glory—boasting a seasonal menu with an emphasis on handmade pasta and wood-fired cooking. The establishment features craft cocktails from the folks behind New York City’s highly-influential Death & Company.
A wood-burning stove creates a welcoming, cafe-inspired atmosphere. A little bit further down the street is the hotel restaurant, Glorietta Trattoria—so named for nearby Mount Glory—boasting a seasonal menu with an emphasis on handmade pasta and wood-fired cooking. The establishment features craft cocktails from the folks behind New York City’s highly-influential Death & Company.
Continuing the evolution even further is this Trattoria Chair, which Jasper Morrison designed in 2009 for Magis. They were placed around the exhibition for weary museum-goers to take a rest. "When older folks of the modern school saw it, they thought it was blasphemy to put plastic on that chair," said Olesen. "But Arne Jacobsen was always stealing ideas from others and improving on existing forms." Morrison's chair continues that tradition.
Continuing the evolution even further is this Trattoria Chair, which Jasper Morrison designed in 2009 for Magis. They were placed around the exhibition for weary museum-goers to take a rest. "When older folks of the modern school saw it, they thought it was blasphemy to put plastic on that chair," said Olesen. "But Arne Jacobsen was always stealing ideas from others and improving on existing forms." Morrison's chair continues that tradition.