Zagreb, Croatia

Restaurant Tomassino

Name
Restaurant Tomassino
Date
2023
Location
Zagreb, Croatia
Team

Stilles design team, Nataša Ivanišević

Client
Maistra d.d.
Status
Completed
Interior design project and supervision of works at Sheraton Zagreb Hotel, Croatia

Tomassino in Zagreb is a refined Italian restaurant where interior design plays a defining role in shaping the guest experience. Entering the space, you immediately sense a calm elegance born from a carefully curated material palette. Natural woods, soft stone tones, and warm textiles establish a welcoming yet sophisticated atmosphere—one that feels both contemporary and rooted in tradition.

The layout is open and generous, allowing daylight to flood the dining area while subtle design gestures maintain intimacy. Walls are finished in muted hues that amplify natural light, creating a serene backdrop for the handcrafted furnishings. Seating is arranged to balance sociability and privacy: plush banquettes and well-proportioned chairs invite relaxed meals, while bespoke tables are thoughtfully spaced to respect personal comfort without fragmenting the space.

Lighting is one of the interior’s most expressive elements. Discreet pendants and soft, indirect illumination work in harmony to create a layered ambiance that transitions effortlessly from lunch into evening dining. The warm glow enhances material textures and contributes to a sense of comfort without ever feeling dim or heavy.

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The design language of Tomassino favors restraint over ornament, with details that reveal themselves gradually—subtle joinery, refined upholstery, and the tactile quality of surfaces that are pleasing to both the eye and touch. There’s an underlying rhythm to the space, a thoughtful sequencing of volumes that feels intuitive and human-scaled.

While rooted in Italian sensibility, the interior never resorts to clichéd motifs. Instead, it evokes an authentic atmosphere through proportion, material richness, and compositional balance. The result is an environment that feels thoughtfully composed yet effortlessly relaxed—an ideal setting for everything from a casual lunch to a memorable evening dinner.