Moskvarium is one of Russia's largest oceanography and marine biology centers, located within the historic VDNKh exhibition complex in Moscow.
Opened in 2015, the destination brings together marine exhibits, educational experiences, entertainment, and family-oriented hospitality spaces.
Within this remarkable setting, NEODECOR™ contributed to the interior of Shokolot Café, a family dining destination inspired by the fascinating world of the ocean.
The project combined custom architectural elements, marine-themed decorative features, and specialized installation techniques to create a distinctive environment that extends the oceanarium experience beyond its exhibits.
Shokolot Café features an imaginative interior inspired by marine life, underwater landscapes, and nautical architecture.
Soft turquoise walls, warm wood finishes, flowing ceiling forms, and colorful furnishings establish a playful yet welcoming atmosphere. Sculptural wooden structures, intimate seating areas, and decorative maritime details contribute to the café's distinctive character.
NEODECOR™ manufactured decorative wall panels incorporating porthole-inspired elements and custom nautical features, including a ship's wheel, fish-shaped decorations, and a ship's bow.
These individually crafted elements helped connect the café's interior identity with the surrounding oceanarium, creating an engaging environment for families and visitors of all ages.
NEODECOR™ manufactured and installed custom wall panels and decorative architectural elements for Shokolot Café, translating the marine-inspired interior concept into carefully executed physical details.
The project involved decorative fabrication, integration of nautical features, and precise on-site installation within the oceanarium complex.
One of the most distinctive technical requirements was the need to minimize construction noise to avoid disturbing the marine animals housed within Moskvarium.
To address this challenge, NEODECOR™'s installation team used specialized low-noise drilling equipment, adapting its working methods to the sensitive environment.
The project reflects NEODECOR™'s experience in themed commercial interiors, custom architectural fabrication, decorative craftsmanship, and installation under specialized operational conditions.
Project: Moskvarium – Shokolot Café
Location: VDNKh, 119 Mira Avenue, Building 23, Moscow, Russia
Manufacturing & Installation: NEODECOR™
Scope of Work: Custom decorative wall panels, porthole-inspired features, nautical decorative elements, ship's wheel, fish-shaped decorations, and ship's bow
Special Requirements: Low-noise installation within an oceanarium environment
Project Type: Themed Family Café & Oceanarium Interiors