Providence, a sustainable fine dining restaurant in Los Angeles, has revealed a new look. Envisioned by locally based Bells + Whistles, the interior design is a multisensory experience that draws from two-Michelin starred chef and owner Michael Cimarusti’s ability to bring a taste of the ocean to the plate in its purest form.
The design extends subtle nods to the meeting point of ocean and sky, evident upon entering the restaurant. Elegant curves soften sharp angles, and layers of hand-finished Venetian plaster add depth and warmth to the 1,828-square-foot space. The color palette, carefully chosen by plaster specialist Seyb Studio, utilizes eight different tidal blue-greens and warm sand tones, creating a serene ambiance.
A ripple-effect carpet complements a collection of ethereal paintings San Diego-based painter Peter Halasz depicting moonlit nightscapes of the ocean, while glass master Jeremy Maxwell Wintrebert crafted an installation of 26 glass cloud-like globes that serves as a striking focal point. The free form, amorphous pieces, made of mouth-blown glass with a mirrored Tourmaline effect, bend natural light to create a cosmic atmosphere as the evening progresses.
Sustainability also played a significant role in the renovation. Architectural designer Rahil Taj, for instance, used urban lumber sourced from fallen walnut trees for millwork and custom cabinetry.
“Our approach was an evolution rather than a revolution, simplifying and curating the different experiences throughout the space,” says Bells + Whistles cofounder and creative director Barbara Rourke. “Inspired by chef Cimarusti’s beautiful plating, we knew that the environment should reflect the complex simplicity of his cooking.”
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