The 1871 Bar is industrial chic and references the main hotel colour scheme and Grill Restaurant beyond. designLSM created a raw space that would appeal to a diverse clientele. This was achieved through the use of stripped back concrete columns, surface mounted conduit lighting, brick walls and applying a palette of warm worn browns, tans and reds.

Work started on the 700 sq ft refurbishment on 19^th February with a handover on 8^th March 2012.  All work on the grade II listed room was carried out at night – once the world renowned store had closed to the public. 

Client Sara Galvin oversaw the entire design which has resulted in a soft and feminine finish. Muted tones of sage green have been applied to the booths and banquettes with vibrant orange stools and cool marble table tops. Bespoke pendant lighting featuring the strong G for Galvin stands out from the listed ornate ceiling and tiled walls.

Sara Galvin comments; “I knew exactly what I wanted from the outset – something chic but not excessively girly to attract ladies who like to lunch. I chose to work with designLSM, who also designed the interior of La Chapelle and Bistrot de Luxe because I felt confident they could translate my ideas into reality. The greatest challenge was working around existing features within the space but I am delighted with the end results and consider this my baby – in the restaurant sense.”

The client’s brief was for designLSM to create a unique, contemporary interior, which reflects the spirit and authenticity of Quilon. Dark grey tones are accentuated by vibrant splashes from amber, jade, green and blue fabrics throughout the 200sqm restaurant, 17sqm bar area and 79sqm private room. Layered and intricately-patterned Jaali screens finished in bronze, limestone-rendered walls, weathered timbers and atmospheric lighting provide greater depth of textures, as well as areas of interest. A bespoke, wenge candle wall – inspired by a Hindu temple in Kerala – consists of small portholes filled with tea-lights which throw out a warm, magical glow. Remarkable attention to detail has been executed with stained grey, curved wooden slats applied to the low ceiling, creating a soft wave-like effect. Striking elements include a hanging feature consisting of 1,100 individual, hand-printed ceramic discs, and an imported bespoke 8ft Indian fishing boat, which will be transformed into a glass top bar.

Executive Chef Sriram Aylur comments: “designLSM’s creative flair and subtle attention to detail is second to none and I’m delighted with their vision for the restaurant’s new look. They have captured the essence of Quilon, whilst at the same time giving it a contemporary, fresh look.  I want the décor to match the standard of cuisine, and finally it will.”

The Quilon Restaurant will re-open in March with the official launch party on 28^th March 2012.

A series of rooms will be created within the 7470 sq ft space using different tones and features within each area. Specific clothing collections and accessories will be displayed in each room, providing the customer with a visual journey of the Lacoste range.

The site, previously a French Connection outlet features a 3-storey high staircase in the centre of the building which creates fluidity.  A minor challenge for designLSM was the unusual shapes and angles which have had to be taken into consideration when designing the layout of the furniture.

Huge LED screens will show promotional material throughout. The eagerly awaited store will launch in April 2012. Richard Potzesny, Retail Director, Lacoste UK commented “This is an incredibly exciting project for Lacoste UK and having worked with designLSM on previous concepts we didn’t hesitate in using them to implement this large-scale scheme. We are confident they will creatively fulfill our brief, resulting in a professional, contemporary finish.”

Work commenced on the two 40 ft shipping containers on 1^st November 2011.  The space which is 565 sq ft in total includes trademark Lacoste L!VE features and a till unit which is unique to the store. The project was handed over on 23^rd November – the only challenges Steve encountered was working in such a small space, the containers are far smaller than they appear to be!!

BOXPARK, Shoreditch launches to the public on 3^rd December 2011 – IMAGES COMING SOON.

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Negozio Classica Primrose Hill consists of a basement kitchen, ground floor and mezzanine. The interior has been designed to evoke memories of Tuscany using warm, natural materials and reclaimed timbers.  Earthy hues, aged oak table tops and exposed brickwork are highlighted with ambient lighting. White pepper and umber plasterwork provides a stark contrast against vibrant, vintage style lighting and oversized letters.

The 90sqm front of house space has been fitted with bespoke oak shelving to accommodate the extensive fine wines sourced from small, authentic Italian producers. A bar area with stools sits on decorative floor tiles, reminiscent to patterns and colours found in Tuscany.