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Kaiyo Rooftop.

A stunning rooftop bar and restaurant paired with panoramic views.

Title:: Kaiyo Rooftop
Architect:: William Duff Architects
Category:: Commercial/; Hospitality
Building style:: Contemporary
Photographers:: Equal Parts Media/Patrick Argast

Kaiyo Rooftop is a Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei rooftop bar and restaurant near the Mission Bay waterfront. We worked in close collaboration with our client to create a destination rooftop oasis.

Richly textured design elements and lush greenery transform the space, located on the rooftop of the Hyatt Place Hotel. Kaiyo’s bar is the focal point and features a custom-designed metal screen that frames the back bar shelving. Vibrant green handmade tile, a luminescent quartzite bar top and woven light fixtures complete the tropical look.

A variety of built-in banquettes and tables offer flexible seating options and strategically placed heaters and clear windscreens provide comfort and protection from the elements while maintaining openness and maximizing the stunning city views.

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Interior Designer: ROY Hospitality
Structural Engineer: DCI Engineers
MEP Engineer: Acies Engineering
Food Service Consultant: Design West
Metal Artist: Modern Metal Design
Mural Artist: Jeff Carnie II
Photographer: Equal Parts Media
Photographer: Patrick Argast

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"Design and atmosphere inspirations were drawn from the lush greenery setting the Amazon is known for. I like to think of Kaiyo Rooftop as a tropical oasis that evokes a feeling of vacation or escapism. I enjoy working with Jonathan Tsurui and his team at WDA. They’re a collaborative partner who understood my vision." - John Park

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William Duff Architects. William Duff Architects (WDA) designs thoughtful, timeless architecture shaped by clarity, craftsmanship, and a deep connection to place. Founded in San Francisco, the firm works with clients across diverse regions to create enduring residential and hospitality environments tailored to each client’s story and vision. Their work responds to context with an artist’s sensibility—knowing when restraint strengthens a design and when expression brings it to life. With capabilities across multiple sectors, the firm is particularly recognized for its design leadership in high-end residential and hospitality environments. Backed by deep technical expertise and disciplined project management, WDA approaches every project as a collaborative partnership—prioritizing service, communication, and thoughtful execution from concept through completion.