Saba Bistro: Where Mediterranean Elegance Meets Industrial Design
When you step into Saba Restaurant in Fort Langley, the first thing that strikes you is the scale of the space. The soaring ceilings create a sense of grandeur, yet the choice of materials, textures, and lighting bring an immediate warmth that makes the restaurant feel inviting. It’s a careful balance of contrast: upscale yet approachable, classical yet contemporary, industrial yet classical.
Interior Design and Materiality
The design of Saba draws on a fusion of styles. Exposed ductwork and stainless steel elements give the space an industrial edge, while brick walls, warm wood tones, and ornate chandeliers bring in classical and Mediterranean influences. Cast iron tables with detailed bases reference traditional European craftsmanship, tying the old-world aesthetic into a modern context.
A notable feature is the wood-grain ceiling, featuring Longboard’s 6″ V-groove chosen not just for its visual appeal but also for its environmental performance. As part of a LEED-certified building, the ceiling material complements the restaurant’s sustainability goals while maintaining the natural warmth of wood tones throughout the space.
Lighting and Atmosphere
Lighting plays a central role in shaping the dining experience at Saba. The dark ceiling, paired with floating chandeliers and diffused pendant lighting, creates a layered effect: during the day, abundant natural light streams through large windows, connecting the interior with Fort Langley’s historic streets. In the evening, the ceiling visually “disappears,” allowing the chandeliers to appear suspended like stars in the night sky.
A Space for All Occasions
Saba’s design ensures flexibility: booth seating for private gatherings, an open bar that recalls a residential kitchen scale, and lounge-like areas for casual coffee chats. The thoughtful combination of materiality, lighting, and acoustics creates a space where patrons are invited to linger, whether for brunch, an afternoon coffee, or an elegant dinner.
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