Located at the intersection of Hollywood Road and Peel Street, Jokya Korean Restaurant introduces a new layer of Seoul’s dining culture to Hong Kong’s iconic Central district. The restaurant’s teal exterior, accented by street art murals and brass signage, connects the brand with the city’s creative neighborhood near the Graham Street Wall Mural.

Inside, the space merges traditional Korean motifs—such as lattice doors, curved brass handles, and Hanok-inspired window framing—with modern urban materials like concrete flooring, exposed ducts, and jade-green wall panels.
The central dining spine, flanked by a beer counter finished in emerald fluted tiles, creates a social rhythm across the compact 1,200-sq-ft space.

Jokya’s Hong Kong branch blends heritage, modern comfort, and local adaptation—serving signature dishes like Spicy Radish Leaf Gamjatang and Half-and-Half Jokbal, thoughtfully seasoned for Hong Kong palates.
With its warm lighting, industrial elegance, and modernized Korean detailing, the restaurant captures the essence of “everyday Seoul dining” within Central's cultural rhythm.

Project details

Construction Duration

2 months

Location

Central, Hong Kong

Signature materials

Exterior Wall: Teal-painted rendered wall with mural artwork
Signage: Brushed brass 3D lettering with LED backlight
Entrance Steps: Grey ceramic tiles with step lighting
Waiting Bench: Concrete base with teal upholstered cushions
Interior Wall Panels: Off-white lacquer finish with Korean lattice patterns and brass hinges
Feature Wall: Matte teal panels with brass skirting and logo signage
Ceiling: Exposed ductwork painted in charcoal grey
Dining Tables: Off-white laminate with teal circle accent
Seating: Wood veneer chairs and a teal faux leather bench
Bar Counter: Emerald fluted panels with white quartz top and brass trim
Back Bar Wall: Glossy green subway tiles
Flooring: Polished cement screed
Lighting: Warm-tone Edison bulbs and ceiling track lights
Decorative Art: Korean motifs featuring dragon and tiger themes

Area

Approx. 1,200 sq ft.

Year

2025

Restaurant interior — F&B design by Enoch Deco, blending ambiance and architecture.

Concept & Design Intent

The design draws from Korean Hanok architecture—reflected through signature lattice panels, metal hinges, and soft diffused light—while reinterpreting these elements within a modern industrial shell. The result is a refined yet approachable environment that harmonizes exposed ceilings, raw ductwork, and warm timber paneling with accent tones of jade green and matte brass.

This duality mirrors the brand philosophy: heritage served with a contemporary twist. The spatial composition celebrates openness and connectivity, encouraging both communal dining and intimate seating arrangements within a compact urban footprint.

SPATIAL STRATEGY / PLANNING LOGIC

The restaurant occupies an L-shaped corner layout, optimizing daylight from the surrounding street-facing windows. Seating is organized around a central spine with a continuous banquette that subtly divides the dining area, enhancing circulation and comfort.

A dedicated beer and beverage counter—finished with green fluted tiles and brushed brass detailing—anchors the interior and provides a focal social point. The entrance stairway, lined with concrete steps and green cushioned seating, creates a semi-public threshold that visually extends the restaurant’s presence to the street.

GALLERY

MATERIALITY & DETAILING

A Contemporary Interpretation of Korean Craft Through Colour, Texture, and Industrial Contrast

Exterior: Textured teal mural wall with brass signage and wall-mounted lighting

Interior Walls: Off-white panels with traditional Korean-inspired metalwork and illuminated lattice patterns

Counter: Fluted vertical panels in deep emerald with quartz countertop and brass trim

Ceiling: Exposed ductwork in charcoal grey, highlighting the industrial contrast

Flooring: Polished concrete with subtle matte finish for easy maintenance

Accent Elements: Custom light fixtures with warm Edison bulbs, introducing soft tonal warmth

PROJECT GOALS & OUTCOMES

COLLABORATION & CONSTRAINTS

The project was delivered through close coordination between the restaurant operator, brand representatives, and the design-build team, ensuring that the spatial design aligned with the brand’s identity while meeting the operational needs of a Korean dining establishment.

Located within an existing commercial building in Central, the project required careful adaptation to structural constraints, existing building services, and limited floor area. The compact footprint demanded an efficient layout that could maximize seating capacity while maintaining comfortable circulation and clear service flow.

Another key consideration was the restaurant’s proximity to the Graham Street Wall Mural, a major tourist attraction. The design therefore needed to establish a strong street presence while remaining visually harmonious with the surrounding urban streetscape.

Through careful planning, material selection, and lighting design, the project successfully transformed these constraints into opportunities—creating a space that is both operationally efficient and visually distinctive, while reinforcing the restaurant’s role as a vibrant Korean dining destination within Central.