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Restaurant The Dune Frankfurt

Restaurant the dune

Beneath a starry Sky

Turning a dinner into an unforgettable experience is an art in itself. At 'the dune', Frankfurt's acclaimed two-Michelin-star restaurant, travertine, wood and leather blend seamlessly with Occhio lighting to create an atmospheric overall concept.
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Restaurant The Dune Frankfurt
Restaurant The Dune Frankfurt

Bringing the stars down from the sky

At 'the dune', stories are meant to unfold – inspired by the idea of surrendering all the senses to an exceptional meal in the midst of nature. A composition of individual Coro sospeso pendant luminaires, suspended at varying heights, creates a new layer that seems to float between earth and sky. A special version of the pendant luminaire with a narrower beam angle is used to prevent glare at the chosen suspension height. The installation is complemented by additional spotlights from the Coro series, completing the impression of a sparkling starry sky.

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A New Perspective

Not only the cuisine has been tailored to perfection – the lighting has, too, down to the finest technical detail. For 'the dune', a bespoke version of Coro sospeso was developed specifically for the restaurant, creating ideal, glare-free illumination that perfectly enhances the atmospheric concept of a starry sky. Featuring a beam angle of 20 degrees instead of the standard 40 to 80 degrees, this special version of Coro sospeso delivers precise functional lighting from impressive heights while radiating an exceptional sense of elegance.

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Linger. Stay. Enjoy

No fewer than sixteen Coro moon sospeso pendant luminaires float at varying heights above the spatial heart of the restaurant: the two-part wine pairing bar with its open kitchen. Its distinctive design language and materiality immediately draw attention. In combination with the lighting, it becomes a striking island within the space – a place where guests naturally want to linger.

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Interview with Michelin-starred chef Niclas Nußbaumer and restaurant manager Lea Rupp

Enjoying and experiencing great food means bringing all the senses together at the table, accompanied by joy and meticulous attention to detail. As every subtle nuance unfolds on the plate, light has the unique ability to present everything at its very best.

Occhio luminaires take the guest on a journey through light and shadow at exactly the right moments, embracing the challenge of creating the maximum through reduction – a philosophy that perfectly reflects Niclas Nußbaumer's approach to creating culinary masterpieces from only a few carefully selected components.

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How would you describe the atmosphere at 'the dune'?

Niclas Nußbaumer: For us, it's important to have a clearly defined spotlight on the plate rather than broad, diffused lighting. It's fascinating how intimate the atmosphere becomes as a result. Your table and the person opposite you are perfectly illuminated, while every table still feels as though it is wrapped in a gentle veil.

What role does light play in the dining experience?

Lea Rupp: Many guests are surprised at first because the atmosphere is very different from what they expect from fine dining. Restaurants are often brightly lit, which causes them to lose much of their character. Light gives a space an incredible sense of atmosphere. It influences how people perceive and experience it.

Niclas Nußbaumer: At the same time, everything remains clear, sharp and perfect. With Occhio lighting, colours remain true to their natural appearance – and that is essential for the culinary experience.

What makes the lighting concept so special for you?

Lea Rupp: You walk in and immediately immerse yourself in another world. That's exactly the feeling we wanted to create.

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Between the spaces

While the interior already sets the rhythm, the lighting at the table creates an intimate atmosphere, turning the tabletop into the stage. The light deliberately directs attention to one's own space while gently fading everything else into the background. As though wrapped in a veil, a unique sense of closeness is created, giving the culinary experience an individual and private character. Thanks to »color tune«, the lighting atmosphere can be seamlessly adapted throughout the evening – from the cool nuances of the blue hour to a warm amber light that creates a cosy and inviting atmosphere as darkness falls.

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Moments to yourself

Almost like the glow of a candle, the Luna pura table luminaire unfolds its light, adding another layer to the overall scene. It builds upon the harmonious lighting concept, in which all luminaires communicate with one another and are perfectly coordinated in colour and brightness. At the same time, it creates a visual hierarchy of attention by directing the eye towards what truly matters while allowing the surroundings to recede into a soft ambient light. Nothing distracts from the outside world, allowing guests to enjoy dinner exactly as Niclas Nußbaumer intended.

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Year of completion: 2025
Luminaires: Coro piano edge, Coro moon sospeso, Coro sospeso, Luna pura
Lighting design: Licht Kunst Licht AG
Photography: Daniel Schäfer

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