Dubai, UAE, 08 September, 2011: Thomas Klein International, the Dubai-based F&B consulting firm, and their Chicago architectural office, PS Studio, have unveiled the final design for Kuwait's newest nightlife addition - Pintxos.

Part of the The Epicure Group's expanding portfolio, Pintxos will be located in the Quibla area of Kuwait City and will target the city's young and trendy socialites.

Commenting on the concept execution, Daniel During, Principal and Managing Director of Thomas Klein International said, "The design is based around an all-black theme which creates a mysterious, cosy and enticing ambience."

The overall vibe of the restaurant is designed to encourage socialising with informal seating and low lighting.

A masterpiece installation of over 2,000 felt cones, each with a fibre-optic light, will glow just above head level, creating a twilight effect of intimacy and mystery.

The fibre optics will be controlled from a central computer allowing precision settings that create a menu of illumination and art to maintain an interesting and dynamic atmosphere.

"Interestingly the tables are actually individual pieces of hand-cut basalt, with free form felt ottomans for gathering around and sharing the myriad little dishes on offer on the extensive menu."

"Each table also weighs in excess of one tonne and are totally one of a kind," added During.

Furthermore, the bar is a solid piece of basalt, perforated with hundreds of small holes allowing light to shine through, creating a richly-textured focal point. 

The bar and theatre kitchen will serve a selection of tapas-style finger food - the inspiration behind the restaurant's Basque name. The launch of Pinxtos is planned for end of 2011.

TKI has worked with the Epicure Group to produce the region's first vertical farming restaurant concept in Prime and Toast, and also conceptualized and developed the soon to open Butcher's Den and Pickles and Pizzeta restaurants in Kuwait.

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About Thomas Klein International
Established in 2001, Thomas Klein International (TKI) was founded with the aim to deliver a complete range of consulting, design and management services for investors and operators in the hospitality, entertainment and leisure sectors throughout The Middle East and beyond.   Headquartered in the UAE Emirate of Dubai, TKI's international team serves the hospitality sector with a range of services that includes hotels, restaurants, spas and retail.  With additional offices in Madrid, Chicago and Buenos Aires, TKI has access to wide-ranging and intensive data that enriches every single project.  The diverse and talented team members provide a range of comprehensive and specialist skills that are tailored to the needs of each development. Thomas Klein International is one of the few firms of its kind offering both complete business services and complete design services, forming a hospitality consultancy that creates and establishes businesses that are innovative as well as profitable.

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