Raum 8 Club
Spatial Architecture x Art Installation
Located within a former industrial warehouse of the historic Pfanni factory, studioacht orchestrates the Munich nightclub Raum 8 as a dialogue between raw industrial heritage and progressive art installation. The design concept preserves the authentic, studio-like character of the 5.60-meter-high ceilings and expansive atelier windows, while introducing precise visual catalysts to redefine the space.
The definitive focal point of the interior is a sculptural ceiling installation composed of large-scale light discs. Suspended from the ceiling by filigree, virtually invisible threads, the 1500 mm diameter aluminum discs appear to float weightlessly. While their undersides are lacquered in a matte grey that seamlessly merges with the warehouse walls and floors, the upper surfaces feature vibrant neon finishes. Illuminated by overhead lamps—custom-designed by studioacht—the discs emit an intense, chromatic glow that injects the space with a hypnotic depth.
This spatial palette of color and texture was meticulously translated into the corporate identity by Suzanne Faltenbacher. Printed on a tactile, 5 mm thick grey cardboard, the brand stationery and business cards feature the logo encased within a striking, neon-pink frame. This tactile translation flawlessly bridges the gap between graphic design and built environment.
This uncompromising aesthetic extends to the central bar structure. Seamlessly integrated into the hand-sculpted, monolithic bar counter is an elevated booth for the DJ. The neon-pink interior lining of the bar, coupled with a continuous ribbon of light, accentuates the structural, volumetric effect of the object. Spanning the wall, a bespoke long mirror featuring custom-beveled edges reflects the interplay of light, vivid color, and architectural rigor.
Architectural Scenography: Suzanne Faltenbacher
Creative Direction: Suzanne Faltenbacher x Daniel Kronwinkler
Scope: Custom Spatial Synthesis, Site-specific Light Art Installation, Site-specific and sculptural objects
Dimension: 160 sqm
Location: Munich, Germany