CASA TOR – The Symphony of Fire, Stone and Nature

CASA TOR – The Symphony of Fire, Stone and Nature — IADA 2026 award

CASA TOR – The Symphony of Fire, Stone and Nature received Gold Winner recognition at the International Architecture & Design Awards 2026 in Restaurant, Bar & Cafe Interior Design. Project status, design team and credits are listed alongside the presentation.

About the project

Casa TOR – The Dialogue Between Fire, Stone and Nature

Conceptual Description
Casa TOR explores the encounter between the primordial elements — fire, stone, and wood — within a composition that reinterprets the idea of contemporary comfort. The space is conceived as a sanctuary of contrasts: warm and cool, raw and refined, light and shadow. The concept follows the transformation of matter into emotion, turning design into a metaphor for the balance between the power of nature and human sensitivity.

Design Concept
The design is built upon the harmony of natural materials: stone, wood, velvet, and green onyx. The central element — a sculptural fireplace — becomes the symbolic core of the interior, evoking the strength of fire and the dialogue between illumination and obscurity.
The color palette draws inspiration from earthy tones: ochre, bronze, mineral green, and warm beige, creating a sophisticated yet organic atmosphere.
Light is treated as an architectural language — it accentuates textures, reveals details, and shapes the emotional narrative of the space.

Spatial Composition and Experience

The interior unfolds in three fluid zones, connected by a coherent visual rhythm:

The Lounge Area – a place of intimacy and connection, centered around fire, where the softness of the seating contrasts with the raw texture of stone.

The Central Area – defined by vegetation integrated into the furniture, bringing a living, natural breath that transforms the interior into an organic ecosystem.

The Bar Area – dominated by translucent green onyx and warm lighting, it becomes a focal point of visual and sensory attraction.

Project Message
Casa TOR is an expression of balance between matter and emotion. It is a place where fire becomes the heart, stone becomes memory, and nature becomes the breath of the space.
A manifesto of contemporary design — where beauty is born from contrast, and harmony emerges through the dialogue of the essential elements.

Eni Design Interiors S.R.L.

ENI DESIGN INTERIORS S.R.L. – Design Beyond Aesthetics

Overview

Founded in 2019 by designer Cristina Eni, ENI DESIGN INTERIORS S.R.L. is a multidisciplinary interior design and architecture studio with a global vision, operating in Moldova, Romania, Italy, and over 20 other countries. Combining artistic creativity with architectural precision, the studio has completed more than 300 residential and commercial projects, including HoReCa spaces, medical clinics, boutiques, and private residences.

The philosophy of ENI DESIGN is built on the concept of “Design beyond aesthetics” — crafting spaces that not only impress visually but also evoke emotion, comfort, and identity. The studio’s interdisciplinary team integrates interior design, architecture, lighting, branding, and decorative art into a coherent and timeless narrative.

Characterized by elegant minimalism, natural textures, and sculptural detailing, ENI DESIGN brings a refined and contemporary perspective to Eastern Euro