Architecture and design firm //3877 has unveiled the interiors of a new Pisco y Nazca location in Bethesda, Maryland.
Having previously collaborated on the brand’s Reston, Virginia outpost, the design team brought a deep understanding of the restaurant’s distinct identity, creating a casual and relaxed space underscored by a touch of sophistication.
A dynamic arrival
The restaurant’s street presence is defined by a bold exterior outfitted in brightly colored signage and awnings layered over a neutral base palette.
Upon entering the vestibule, guests are immediately grounded by a custom Pisco y Nazca floor mat, striking patterned tile, and textured lighting. Expansive windows provide a glimpse into the interior, directing the eye toward the lively bar and a welcoming host stand.
Textural interplay at the bar
Moving deeper into the gastrobar, an arched colonnade frames the energetic bar, where a soft backdrop of neutral hues contrast the vibrant momentum of the service. A large woven canopy, illuminated from the inside, glimmers against the shiny gold ceiling within the soffit.
Adjacent to the bar, counter height seating is available for dining, and in the dining room to the left of the bar, a large abstract Nazca Line mural of a humming bird by Mike Theodoran from Caswell Sign Co. creates a moment of intrigue.
Artful dining at Pisco y Nazca Bethesda
Past the bar and up a small set of stairs, the upper dining area unfolds beneath an illuminated vaulted gold ceiling. This dramatic overhead feature is balanced by large wood-look acoustic beams and a mobile created by Peruvian artist Roberto Sayas.
Here, a varied floor plan offers an array of seating arrangements, moving from cozy booths and traditional tables to plush banquettes that overlook an open kitchen.
Tucked further inside, two large wooden doors reveal an intimate private dining space anchored by a mural from Gisella Stapleton.
