BURZMA

Riga, Latvia, Galerija Centrs / Area, m2: 1693

"I am the Food Hall" - BURZMA

Food Hall BURZMA is a place of many tastes and events in the heart of Riga. Enjoy oven-baked pizza, traditional Latvian pork chop, Mexican, Georgian, Asian cuisines, sushi and the best cocktails in town with a rooftop view. Come for a quick and delicious business lunch or stay for leisurely brunch with your friends.


Nestled in the heart of Old Riga, BURZMA is a food hall that spans 1,500 square meters across the 4th floor of a bustling shopping mall. With stunning rooftop views to inspire your dining experience, BURZMA offers 10 restaurants and a bar serving up a diverse range of culinary delights. Whether you're a true foodie or just looking for a quick bite, you'll find something to savor here. Stop by for a hearty business lunch or settle in for a leisurely holiday meal with friends and family.

Designing BURZMA meant not just conceptualizing a physical space, but curating an immersive experience. The visual language I crafted is a dance between the eclectic culinary offerings and the vibrant energy that defines this gastronomic paradise.

Evija Ķirsone-Slavinska's Vision: Crafting Culinary Elegance at BURZMA

In crafting BURZMA, Evija Ķirsone-Slavinska has successfully woven together elements of tradition and innovation, paying homage to the rich cultural tapestry of Riga while creating a modern culinary masterpiece. It's not merely a food hall; it's an artful blend of design and flavor, inviting all who enter to embark on a sensory journey through the world of gastronomy. Welcome to BURZMA, where design and taste converge in a symphony of delight.
Embarking on the design journey for BURZMA, I sought to create more than just a food hall. From my perspective as a designer, this project was an opportunity to translate the essence of culinary diversity into a visual masterpiece, spanning 1,500 square meters in the vibrant heart of Old Riga. For me, BURZMA became a canvas where every stroke and detail echoed the rich tapestry of flavors that awaited patrons. The challenge was not just to design a physical space but to curate an immersive experience where design and gastronomy would seamlessly intertwine.

Each of the 10 restaurants and the accompanying bar represented a unique chapter in the culinary story. My design choices were driven by the desire to create a harmonious symphony, where the visuals mirrored the diverse tastes that would fill the air.

It was about orchestrating an environment that celebrated global gastronomy while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic. The rooftop views, meticulously integrated into the design, were meant to elevate the dining experience. Whether patrons sought a quick bite or a leisurely meal, the ambiance was designed to inspire, with the cityscape as a breathtaking backdrop.
My design philosophy for BURZMA was to strike a balance between sophistication and accessibility. It's not just a space for food enthusiasts; it's an inclusive environment where the design invites everyone to appreciate the artistry in every culinary creation. BURZMA is more than a place to savor food; it's an invitation to explore, taste, and celebrate. The design encourages patrons to indulge in new experiences, food tastings, and taste festivals, creating a space where culinary exploration is embraced.
In weaving the design narrative for BURZMA, I aimed to pay homage to Riga's history while catapulting it into a modern era of gastronomic delight. It's not merely a food hall; it's a culinary masterpiece where every element, from design to taste, is meticulously crafted to create an unforgettable experience. Welcome to BURZMA – where, from my perspective as a designer, the language of design converges with the symphony of tastes, inviting all to savor the artistry of culinary excellence. In the world of BURZMA, design is not just about aesthetics; it's about orchestrating a sensory symphony. From the aroma of diverse cuisines to the visual allure of each restaurant, my role as a designer was to compose an experience that transcends the boundaries of traditional dining.
Evija Ķirsone-Slavinska