Halton sales & design team had to work closely with Chef Ling, owner of Stone Sal, to meet all the demanding requirements of the architectural project while offering a unique set of benefits, a combination of energy savings and design aesthetic.

Chef Ling, also the owner of Stone Sal, started his career in western kitchen of Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Shanghai from the age of 16.
He joined the Blue Horizon Hospitality Group in his early 20s and became executive chef of the Group when he was 23rd.
Together with the founder of Kabb and Blue Frog, he was able to open more than 40 restaurants all over China.

Challenges and Solutions

One big challenge is the place itself!
It is an interesting building with low structure, and a roof with limited height.The structure of the building was not lending itself to traditional hood selection.

So, in order to create a bespoke solution, offering the client an efficient system whilst delivering a high-quality finish, the kitchen has been equipped with a KCJ Capture Jet™ Ceiling with Integrated supply air. It integrates effectiveness and efficiency, turning itself one of the highlights in the restaurant.

Chef owner and his brigade, immensely pleased with design as it is not an oppressive environment and easy to work in

Halton ventilated ceilings free the open kitchen from the constricted space taken up by hoods, and perfectly fit the layout of the whole restaurant without any compromise on ventilation performance.

Halton’s Capture Jet™ ventilated ceilings provide exceptional Indoor Environment Quality. Good working conditions are paramount and contribute to the best wellbeing and productivity levels in a kitchen. Thanks to a 15% reduction in exhaust airflow rates, they provide compelling energy savings.