As one of the first "modern-style" Asian eateries, Kiang I became THE 1980s cult restaurant and pioneered a design approach much in use 20 years later. The selection of materials – red lorry tarpaulin, plastic chairs, aluminium tables and plywood lining – combines with the glazed surfaces of the mirror-covered booths (which can be opened) to create a deliberately un-Viennese atmosphere.

• PlanerIn: Helmut Richter, Heidulf Gerngross
• Client: Thomas Kiang
• Building type: Hotel and restaurants
• Reachability: U1/U4 Schwedenplatz
• Accessibility: During business hours
• Foto: Rupert Christanell