A—NY was asked to modernise Rice Bowl, a long-running family Cantonese restaurant on Jersey’s south coast, while keeping the familiarity and character that had built up over time.

The existing layout made surprisingly little of its coastal setting, so the plan was reworked to open the dining room towards the view. The entrance and bar were relocated, creating a new central dine-in bar and freeing up space for a private dining room with a photo wall tracing the restaurant’s history.

Material choices balance durability with warmth, using porcelain flooring, natural limewash and carefully detailed joinery throughout. Subtle references to Chinese craft appear in black floor tiles, bamboo-shaped brass handles and green glazed bar tiles inspired by traditional ceramics. The restaurant and terrace were also redesigned to be fully accessible.