Perspolis Interior Design

Perspolis Persian Cuisine (located along Katipunan Ave.,QC) is definitely one of my favorite places to eat in -- great food, reasonable prices. The interior design, however, is an entirely different story. I went there again yesterday for lunch, and took some photos of its interiors.

Had the restaurant given more attention to its (interior) design, the Persian 'dining experience' would have been exceptional. It's evident that spending for the furniture and materials is at the bottom of the owner's priorities for the place. Middle eastern design is all about colorful, elaborate detailing, textures, and intricacy (think persian rugs), and it's quite sad that the only things remotely reflective of these are the red carpets, red paint, and the curtain beads. It was a good idea to provide a separate area for dining on a low table while seated on the floor ( as with other persian restaurants), but this could have been made more comfortable and attractive if several floor pillows were placed on the sitting area instead of it just being a plain carpeted platform. The ceiling design had me confused -- it actually looked more japanese than persian. The airconditioning units looked like they were placed there as an afterthought -- all the tubings are exposed instead of embedded on walls. The flooring material used was ceramic tiles (and white, at that) -- basic, safe, and well, drab. It served its purpose, but it sadly didn't do anything for the design at all.There are only a few restaurants in the city that serve good food at affordable prices, but even fewer of these are tastefully designed as well. Although Perspolis is a far cry from the design and facilities of similar establishments (take Ababu, for instance), I hope its owners do something about the interiors soon. ;-D