October 2017
A week in the life of David Morris Furnishing trends in the hospitality sector Shining a light on bar & hotel illumination Fire up the barbie! How to design & brand a restaurant
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Welcome to the October issue of in.Design!
With the independent Hotel show this month and the sleep event in november, we’ve decided to focus on the hospitality sector for our next two issues. And as media partners for sleep, we’ll be looking at this show in a lot more detail in our november issue! This event is a great excuse to visit London, even if hospitality is not a sector in which you specialise - hotels lead the way in so many interiors trends you’re sure to pick up some great ideas!
And if you do work in hospitality, David Morris, creative director of international hospitality interior designers studio Proof, is someone you should be aware of - follow his week in in.His Life.
in in.Vogue we see what’s trending in hospitality furniture, and everyone we spoke to seems to agree that earthy tones and natural materials are back, whilst in hospitality lighting the increasing popularity of LeDs are a major trend, as are the use of metals, especially copper and warm tones.
And finally, Philip Harrison describes in in.Brief how they created the design and branding for barbecue-inspired family restaurant Firejacks.
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Loyalty: Lessons in Love is the theme for this year’s must-visit Sleep event!
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Seven days with Studio Proof’s Creative director david Morris
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Nothing can create a hotel or restaurant ambience better that imaginative lighting…
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Out of the flames… How Harrison created the design and branding for Firejacks restaurant
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The NeC’s interiors extravaganza - the January Furniture Show
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Lessons In Love… Sleep, Europe’s hotel design and development event, has announced that over 150 exhibitors will be showcasing their collections at what will be a packed show this year!
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n event which is globally acknowledged for ideas, installations and experiences that tap into the pulse of the hotel design industry, Sleep’s theme for 2017 is Loyalty: Lessons in Love. This is a concept reflected by this year’s exhibitor mix, 30% of which have stayed loyal to Sleep year-on-year, returning to reveal new products and showcase their most renowned collections. This year will also be more international than ever before with exhibitors coming from Italy, France, Germany, Portugal, Denmark, Holland and the USA, and other countries. Familiar names at Sleep so far confirmed include Chelsom, Hamilton Conte, Kohler, Serralunga, Fabbian, Perrin & Rowe, Style Library Phillip Jeffries, and GROHE. IMAGE © HAMILTON CONTE
This year’s Sleep Set, the installation feature, will present four room sets destined to provoke thought on the pressing question of loyalty in today’s hotel world. The participating companies are Il Prisma, 1508 London, Stonehill & Taylor, and MKV Design. Sleep’s Conference Programme will be launched on day one by celebrated Parisian interior architect Tristan Auer with ‘Revival of a Myth.’ Other conference topics will include Emotional Modernism, New Concepts of
Luxury, Fast Food, Slow Design, Design Beyond Space…ID, and we ask ‘just what is a “Post Cool” hotel’? And don’t forget to visit the Sleeper Bar, designed by the Sundukovy Sisters!
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A Week In The Life Of David Morris David Morris is Creative Director of leading hospitality design practice Studio Proof, whose portfolio includes award-winning hotels, F&B spaces, spas and residential projects. David takes pride in creating designs with an original aesthetic, without gimmicks or house style, and his background in branding helps him to combine the science and art of great design, working with his clients on everything from architectural interventions to Do Not Disturb signs Monday Today is my turn to do the school run. I get my boys there early for their Sports Club before heading to the office. This is one of my few chances to drive my car – it’s an opportunity I always relish. Once I reach the studio, I meet with the team and plan the week ahead. We’re a small and dynamic practice, headed by myself and Chris Holmes. The office itself is a hub of activity with sketches, material samples, and points of inspiration covering every available surface.
Bonnington Gardens – and brainstorm a new pitch we are working on. Being a Monday, it’s a late one in the office writing a fee proposal and checking shop drawings from a joiner on one of our projects. Tuesday I arrive on site early at the Royal
Chris begins by briefing us on a new residential project in an affluent area of London before I tell the team about a recent research trip to New York, where I also picked up our Casual Restaurant Finalist Award for Grand Café in NH Collection Grand Krasnapolsky Amsterdam from Hospitality Design Awards. Chris and I pop out to lunch at our favourite hidden oasis, Italo – a great little café located in the guerrilla gardener paradise that is
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The Grand Café in NH Collection Grand Krasnapolsky Amsterdam Lancaster London hotel to oversee the installation and critical height settings of the beautiful ‘OLed’ light fixtures by Blackbody, which help pronounce the reception desk, and Nemo’s ‘Crown Plana Maga’ chandeliers that dominate the lobby area. We work around the hustle and bustle of the hotel’s guests and staff, as we have been doing for the past two years since the project went on site. It is currently the largest hotel refurbishment being undertaken in London and has been a phenomenal journey, with 412 guestrooms
housed in an 18-storey mid-century tower, a newly structured lobby and façade, as well as dining venues and large functions rooms. This is the perfect sort of project for me, as it involved us in the entire process from branding and brief development to artwork selection, from the website to the bathrooms. It is now 70% completed and as I stand in the new triple height lobby space, surveying the light installations and plotting the next steps for the introduction of the huge new carrara marble staircase, which will
represent 300m2 of the stone, I feel elated. It’s wonderful to be able to see a project come together and this one has been a real thrill. Wednesday I get to City Airport to catch an early day-return flight to Amsterdam for a meeting with a potential new client who has seen our work at NH Collection Grand Krasnapolsky. Afterwards, I drop into the hotel for a spot of lunch at the Grand Café. We completed
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The Mirror Bar at the Landmark Hotel the public area’s refurbishment last year and it’s always special to come back to projects after they’ve been completed to enjoy the space as a customer. It’s great to be able to live the experience that you helped to create. After lunch, I grab the chance to catch up with an old friend Remco Groenhuijzen, the General Manager at Sofitel Legend The Grand, and have a quick cocktail at one of my favourite bars, The Lobby Nesplein, before heading to the airport. Thursday Back in the office this morning for a conference call with an Italian furniture
manufacturer who is seeking out a partnership with us on a new furniture range aimed at the luxury hotel and residential sectors. We are basing the collection on a few of the pieces we have made over the last few years, and I’m relishing the opportunity to expand upon them and hark back to my original training in product design at the London College of Furniture. I return to the Royal Lancaster for a meeting with hotel’s Food & Beverage team to discuss menus in the new dining spaces; it is important for us to bear the dining options in mind when creating the restaurant and bar
spaces of projects as what is being offered naturally has a huge impact on our layout, scheme, furnishings and the way we map out the back of house areas. After this, I lead a small group of journalists around the newly completed guestrooms – we have designed each around the wraparound windows, and on this early Autumn evening the dimming light casts a beautiful glow over Hyde Park’s changing leaves, bringing a serenity to the space. Friday The day begins with the arrival of
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The Royal Lancaster, London samples of bespoke carpets we’ve designed for a project, followed by a trip to Kensington to meet with the owner of one of London’s largest luxury residential blocks. We spend a productive morning going over our plans for upgrades to both the brand and public spaces in detail and discussing the building’s rebranding. I call the office to check in with Chris whilst making my way to The Landmark Hotel where I’m meeting my friend and fantastic branding consultant, Kenny Laurenson. We find ourselves in the Mirror Bar, which Studio Proof refurbished back in 2010, and get to talking. I often meet up with Kenny and other knowledgeable friends in the industry to cross-fertilise ideas on projects and discuss brand development within the hospitality sector. I find this breeds great creative results and means that we’re always able to keep our fingers on the pulse.
Saturday The weekend means a drive down to my old shipwright’s cottage in Whitstable with the family. We bought the property a few years ago and it needed a lot of loving renovation. It was certainly an interesting experience being my own client, and I had to consider ways in which to balance the ever-changing demands of two growing boys with my own aesthetic wishes. We go to the Turner Contemporary in Margate to see a retrospective on Turner before heading to the Sportsman pub in Seasalter – a lovely Michelin-starred spot on the seafront – for oysters and a leisurely lunch. We take a wind-blown walk on the beach afterwards. For me, weekends in Whitstable are the perfect antidote to the fast-moving, high pressure reality of London and the work week. I’m truly lucky to be able to get away from it all and spend time with my family in such a calming
and grounding environment, and feel that these beachcombing weekends always reinvigorate me. Sunday After our wonderful and hearty breakfast at the Windy Corner Stores & Café has digested, we head to the seafront courts for a game of tennis. The fresh morning air is crisp and the sound of the waves on the shore can be heard between volleys. When we’ve had enough, we pack up and drive back to London where I take my time to cook a big meal for our family dinner. Once enjoyed by all, I check my work emails and draft a blog I’ve been asked to pen for a design website. I spend a mellow hour before bed rifling through my extensive vinyl collection, letting the smooth sounds of Beck and The Boards of Canada wash over me.
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Heritage Meets Modernity Artifact Lighting provides lighting for both domestic and commercial environments. From home and offices to restaurants and hotels, their innovative fixtures have been featured in various interiors across the globe.
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modest interior of the room while giving a nod to the iconic industrial form. in further guest rooms, dark grey shades complement the cool colour schemes and add a unique edge to the classic furnishings. the restaurant and bar has also had a recent update, relaunching as the Copper Kitchen, as the warm metallic tone works well in commercial spaces as well as homes. placed around the room, more copper wall fixtures by Artifact Lighting are used to create
ambient lighting and contribute to the stylish interior. reflecting current trends, the space is simple, with a rustic style chalkboard wall, abstract art, and polished accents. the factory wall lights by Artifact Lighting are available in a variety of finishes, making them ideal for both domestic and commercial interiors. www.artifact-lighting.com
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Bright Ideas The right lighting not only entices clients into an establishment, it makes them want to cosy up and stay put! Some of the industry’s best designers and makers tell Juliet Davies what they’re seeing trend in today’s hospitality sector.
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“our factory-inspired Fusion range, combining matt colours with polished copper accents, was a huge hit with visitors with the industrial style still going strong, while modernist designs were also proving popular among contemporary hoteliers,” said emily Taylor, Sales & Marketing, Artifact Lighting (artifact-lighting.com). “With many boutique hotels opting for a relaxed, rustic style, metallic tones such as copper and brass are a subtle way to add a touch of class to complement raw materials and natural colour schemes. “our Copper Wall Lights have been used in many guest rooms as bedside lamps. The Coolicon Wall Light is a more minimalist take on the trend for luxury hotels, while at The Harbour Inn, in Bowmore, they combine our more industrial design with simple, modern pieces to create a welcoming interior.” Interior designers are pushing the boundaries more than ever before, always looking to create unique interior schemes for hotels that offer something different, and inevitably lighting is an essential part of that.
“It’s not just enough to come up with great designs that look the part, suppliers need to demonstrate both technical capabilities and flexibility when it comes to manufacturing and design. You have to be able to offer the full package - or someone else will!” said Will Chelsom, Managing Director, Chelsom (chelsom.co.uk). “Sustainability is something which is obviously key throughout the industry and will continue to become more important.” Chelsom’s latest collection, edition 25, has been designed with sustainability as a key consideration. “Almost every product in the entire range is available with an LeD lamp option, demonstrating that we are committed to moving with the times and pushing
These copper wall lights from Artifact Lighting add a relaxed, rustic style
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20 : in.Vogue product innovations showing they take sustainability seriously without compromising on design,” added Will. “With ever increasing requests for LeD lighting solutions, suppliers have had to incorporate a lot of expertise in to such requests, because in some cases LeDs are not necessarily the be all and end all, so it’s important to always strive to find an effective and innovative lighting solution and to ask if there is a smarter way.” For example, Chelsom have taken standard products with fabric shades and incorporated the latest e27 retrofit lamps from osram which provide great colour temperature, provide plenty of light output, instant start, are the same size and shape as old incandescent lamps and have dimming capabilities. For other products such as task lighting or reflected lighting Chelsom have used integral LeD chip boards behind diffusers for good directional light which can be dimmable and therefore much more functional. Harriet Daniels, Founder and Creative Director of Tigermoth Lighting Ltd (tigermothlighting.com), told us that using lighting as a statement feature in interiors is a long term trend which has been especially noticeable in the hospitality industry. “A clever combination of architectural and decorative lighting has been used to great effect in recent years to create a sense of drama and atmosphere in bars, restaurants and communal areas in hotels,” she explained. “We are seeing an emerging trend where designers are extending this concept to individual rooms, with a greater emphasis on great quality decorative lighting. The inclusion of luxurious finishes and a variety of textures add a note of
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Focussing on metal: CTo’s Heron Floor Light sophistication and individuality to each room. This is a great way for designers to use the interior of guest rooms to convey a strong sense of luxury to their guests. “Tigermoth Lighting’s hand-textured gold metalwork works beautifully in this environment, bringing warmth and lustre to any scheme. A slubby silk douppion shade in our grey Birch colour provides the perfect foil for the rich gold detailing.” CTo Lighting (ctolighting.co.uk) work on a huge amount of hospitality projects and can include the Rosewood, Chiltern Firehouse, The Savoy and Dorchester among their many stand-out projects. “Recently we supplied our Nimbus and Sasha lights to the Knockranny Hotel in Ireland and the Heron Floor lights to the Hotel Storchen in Switzerland,” said Chris
Artifact Lighting’s minimalist Coolicon Wall Light Turner, CTo founder. “As lighting and interior designers come to us with their designs, we work closely with them to achieve the optimum solution for the project.“ Lighting continues to dominate the hospitality industry, whether it is restaurant, bar or five star hotel. From dazzling chandeliers to discreet wall lights - light fixtures are essential tools for interior designers wanting to integrate individuality and selective ambiance into their projects. “Materials in particular are very much
focussed on metal right now: brass, bronze and copper are particularly popular, but the more industrial stainless steel plays a great role in determining the look and feel of many an urban bar,” added Chris. “glass in all its forms - from flat fritted handmade glass to spheres - opaque and clear are used in everything from bathrooms to hotel bedrooms. “Trends in lighting seem to be less about colour and more about finish, objects of desire that complement opulent interiors, colours and wallpapers - this is where
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metals come into their own. They offer great enhancement to the overall scheme and never detract.” Versatility is a big consideration when it comes to lighting in the hospitality industry, and Collingwood Lighting are seeing a continuing increase in the popularity of LeD strip lighting in this sector. “Not only is it great for getting creative and adding unique design flairs to bars and restaurants, but it also provides another way of making the space multifunctional,” said Kit Powe, Product Manager, Collingwood Lighting (collingwoodlighting.com). “This trend towards multifunctional spaces is also reflected by the popularity of products such as our dim to warm downlights. “The dimming profiles of these lights allow the space to be changed from bright and functional to warm and cosy; perfect for bars and restaurants that are bright and lively during the day but need an intimate
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Ring The Changes The lighting needed for a scheme varies greatly depending on the environment; a good lighting scheme benefits from lights chosen specifically for the unique requirements of the space.
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ospitality environments require a mix of creative, adaptable and atmospheric lighting as well as functional, practical, energy saving options.
For spaces that need dramatic, attentiongrabbing lighting that’s also flexible such as bars, nightclubs and venues, our colour change strip is the perfect choice. installed within coving around a room, or on or behind a bar, our colour change control system can quickly and simply change the function of a room using just the app or a remote. this makes it ideal for hospitality spaces that switch between hosting parties
and conferences. For environments that require a little less colour, our new dim to warm downlight – the H2 pro Dusk - is great for creating multifunctional spaces. For example, restaurants that are bright and lively during the day but need to transform to cosy, intimate bar service during the evening benefit from the flexibility of the H2 pro Dusk. As the downlight is dimmed the CCt changes from a bright and functional 2800K to a warm 2000K, making it the perfect solution for versatile spaces.
hospitality environments aiming to reduce their energy consumption and bills. this year we’re introducing motion sensor versions of our bulkhead and floodlight ranges. As they are only in use when someone is passing by, they’re perfect for reducing energy bills in high traffic areas. For more information about our products and how they can be used to make the most of any space, call our Sales or Lighting Design teams on 01604 495151 or email us on sales@collingwoodgroup.com. www.collingwoodlighting.com
Energy efficiency is also a big concern for
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Be Our Guest! The best hotels and restaurants create aspirational spaces whilst feeling like a home-from-home. Juliet Davies talks to the experts to find out how they achieve this.
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“We are seeing a move away from urban industrial unfinished and rough styles back towards the traditional and more luxurious feel, with increased use of natural materials, velvets, cottons, wool, and real leather,” explained Satelliet Director Harvey ockrim. “Colours are pastel shades like light greys, stone, teal, light green and earthy shades. “Furniture with a mid 20th century vibe is very much in demand but with a 21st century twist. outdoor space is now used by the hospitality sector as a source of revenue, and for this reason more focus is on the design with large sofas and chairs being incorporated to give a more opulent atmosphere. “We are also experiencing an increase in the use of steel frames with upholstered seats and backs to add comfort. Clients are also upgrading to advanced stitching detail on seams and quilting stitch on upholstery, either on the inside or outside back.” Harvey has also noted that bentwood is starting to come back into fashion, but this time frames are being lacquered or painted in different colours.
Liam o’Donnell is the director of Valdivian Furniture (valdivianfurniture.co.uk), a British furniture manufacturer that specialises in bespoke, hand crafted contract furniture. “You can expect to see a range of textures that mirror the earthiness of the outdoors with hospitality furniture making use of natural materials,” he said. “expect fabrics that emulate woody tones and textures in addition to materials like rattan, cane and abaca. This will give spaces a naturalistic feel and help to create a tranquil, at-one-withnature ambience.” 2016 bought us copper tones so expect an update on metal finishes with an array of brass tones, black steel and burnt metal surfaces to make interiors pop with a unique rawness and exploration of controlled rusticity. “Rustic metals will complement the use of natural materials and textures and will give an edgy, urban feel to a space,” Liam added. “Metals can also be mixed to create a contrasting atmosphere of silvers, rose golds, bronze and more rustic finishes. “The hospitality industry is getting creative with upholstery and bringing back geometric patterns, unique materials and pops of colour. This can be great to create exciting centrepiece furniture to make that bar or
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Scandi-style by go IN hotel lobby truly stand out, particularly when upholstery fabrics are designed specifically for an establishment.” According to Tim Armitt, Managing Director of Lyndon by Boss Design, (lyndon.co.uk), during the last decade, hospitality establishments have reinvented their communal spaces and lobbies to accommodate a range of activities centred not only around relaxation and play, but work too. “And as more and more hotels extend their facilities to offer conferences and events, choosing the right furniture and seating has become more important than ever,” he told us. “As well as maximising space and accommodating large volumes of people, it’s essential that pieces offer
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Satelliet are seeing a move from urban industrial towards traditional and more luxurious comfort, flexibility and practicality too. Modular seating complete with integral data and power outlets to meet the needs of corporate guests is now widely specified in this sector.” As hotels continue to market themselves as destination settings, furniture has become more aspirational and is now a key element of the design plan. “Natural wood continues to be a popular
choice; bringing both texture and colour to seating and furniture,” Tim added. “No longer confined to just the frame, it helps create a softer and more intimate environment. With beech, oak and walnut leading the way, wood blends seamlessly with both contemporary and traditional styles. Handcrafted touches - such as comb joints and bevelled edge detailing - give an exquisite finish and provide a timeless appeal for years to come.”
eating and drinking away from home is embedded in today’s lifestyles, not to mention a millennial way of life, and Michael Sinclair, Design Director, Catering Design group (cateringdesign.co.uk) thinks it’s a social occasion that happens, more than often, two to three times a week. “Creating pockets of space which offer customers a sense of exclusivity is the perfect way to create a sense of seclusion and escapism,” he said. “To achieve the
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A Very Tasty Project! Supellex UK Ltd are a leading producer and supplier of contract furniture to the hospitality, leisure, and service industries, and are proud to have worked with top brands such as Hythe Imperial Hotel, Millennium Hotels, Mini showrooms and many independent cafes, restaurants, bars, businesses and leisure facilities. Quality and service are key to Supellex UK Ltd. They pride themselves on working closely with their clients on projects, offering years of experience to achieve the best look whilst maximising space to achieve optimum return. A recent project at the Mango Tree Restaurant, London Bridge, saw Supellex produce all of the deep buttoned, leather banquette seating, and they also supplied the Italian produced leather chairs, and complemented the look with oak table tops nestled on a cast iron pyramid base. www.supellexuk.co.uk
Roaring 20s Spell Success Renowned British furniture and homewares supplier Libra showcased its latest looks at Decorex last month. Led by an expert team passionate about design, Libra’s ever-evolving portfolio of furniture, lighting and accessories is one of the largest and most diverse in Europe. With influences from around the globe, each carefully curated collection is shaped using unique homewares - many made exclusively for Libra by artists, makers and skilled craftsmen. Inspired by the decadence of the 1920s, the new Halcyon collection combines sleek occasional pieces in steel and glass, with iconic shell chairs and retro kidney sofas upholstered in sumptuous velvets. Accessories include a collection of stunning ceramic vases in delicate geometric and chinoiserie patterns as well as a range of designs in glass and steel. Libra also revealed an exciting wallpaper collaboration with home décor brand Lala Curio, designed exclusively to complement six of Libra’s distinctive themes. www.thelibracompany.co.uk
36 : in.Vogue look, use screens, plus soft and indulgent booth style seating with natural finishes and textures.” Interior design within a hospitality setting is becoming more in-tune with the way people live, demonstrating their aspirations and values. “Sustainable designs featuring natural, earthy tones and raw materials such as leather, brickwork, untreated wood and concrete give an ‘inspired by nature’ concept and a sense of wellbeing,” continued Michael. “These materials, including natural, organic finishes and indeed plants and foliage, are being incorporated more and more into the décor.” And it’s not just about the food and drink. “Technology is currently the buzz word in interior design,” Michael explained. “In today’s connected society, it is important for hospitality operators to remember that customers use a growing number of electrical devices on a daily basis. Therefore, consider charging outlets, which can be conveniently and unobtrusively incorporated into table tops, booths and poseur shelfs. “Additionally, make your customers feel right at home, with the use of ‘table tablets,’ to check their newsfeed and emails or play the latest games. However, it is also important that hospitality operators include ‘technology free’ areas for customers who want to concentrate on social gatherings with friends or family.” Jan Dammis, Head of International Sales at go IN, (go-in.co.uk) considers that the current trend in hospitality furniture design is all about new combinations of novel and traditional materials in order to create innovative and individual styles.
JoI-Design predict a trend for living room lobbies with individualisation (image © Simone Ahlers for JoI-Design) “The choice of materials used in furniture design has never been greater; elegant woods, trendy weaves and futuristic stainless steel are all available in an unrivalled variety of forms and colours,” he said. “These define not only the form of the important pieces of bar furniture such as tables, chairs and stools, but are also important in characterising the ‘feel’ of the pieces too; the robustness, the build quality and the luxuriousness.
“When you’re choosing furniture, customers are significantly influenced by the quality of finish because they are in intimate contact with it throughout their visit. It’s all about look and feel, and getting it right will help create a positive impression of your overall offering. Your target audience must always be at the centre of your planning and you’ll also need to consider the character of the interior space, the style of the building and the surrounding environment. In all
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Flying High! At Cult Furniture, we believe furniture should be as unique as you - that’s why we created the Moda Aviator chair. Inspired by mid-century furniture, one of this year’s biggest interior design trends, the Aviator boasts a soft faux-upholstered seat in grey, black or brown leather alongside a striking metal back. Cool, comfortable and high-contrast, it captures the industrial look to perfection. Like all the items in our Moda range, you can swap the bases to get your perfect look - with a choice of wire legs, simple wooden legs and DSW-style legs in wood and metal. Mix and match it with our other Moda chairs by swapping the bases in an instant, thanks to our patented quick-change system. You’ll only find the Moda chair at Cult Furniture - alongside a huge range of of affordable designer furniture, all created for commercial spaces from bars and restaurants and hotels. Call 0208 108 1374 today and take advantage our trade benefits, from a dedicated trade manager to fast shipping and great discounts. www.cultfurniture.com
A Perfect Ten! An inspiring ‘Tables Edit’ sets the scene for Lyndon’s stunning collections of handcrafted wooden tables. Designed to enhance corporate and hospitality spaces, these exquisite collections provide designers with unending possibilities and the opportunity to bring elegance and charm to interior design schemes. Ten distinct table collections convey individual style and personality. From dining and occasional tables; coffee and side tables, to low, medium and high tables, plus a new bistro table, the collections ooze beauty and wood craftsmanship for which Lyndon is renowned. A natural extension to Lyndon’s legendary ranges of upholstered seating, the table collections also enable designers to satisfy multiple specifications from just one range. The choice of American Black Walnut or European Oak further widens specification options and aids the designer’s quest for interior perfection. www.lyndon.co.uk
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Valdivian Furniture forecast the use of natural materials cases the furniture you choose will have a huge impact on the ambience. Different materials, colours, and fabrics can be used to create your desired effect and, if required, separate areas can be formed using these in different ways.” Peter Joehnk and Corinna Kretschmar-Joehnk are co-managing directors of JoI-Design (joidesign.com), and whilst they think the trend for cosy living rooms in hotel lobbies is still here, Peter strongly believes the lingering obsession with ‘vintage style’ is growing less
important (and has already saturated the mass market). “In the future, we’ll be seeing a new category of living room lobbies that follow another big trend, individualisation,” he said. “So lobbies will remain young-spirited, creative, and highly social, but each one will be personalised to attract different kinds of clientele.” Corinna added, “In one of our latest projects, Capri by Fraser Berlin, we used a specific
concept, ‘layers of history,’ which was inspired by the archaeological excavation visible below the glass lobby floor. our goal was to find a new expression of modern times, versus looking backwards. We created a vibrant, playful living room with iconic modern furniture, which guests have noticeably enjoyed!” So the next time you’re chilling out in a bar or hotel lounge and feeling so relaxed, you’re enjoying someone else’s hard work!
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Pattern Power The overarching ethos in care homes is that they are places where elderly people, some with with complex health needs, live. It is their home, and quality of life matters.
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here are approximately 416,000 people living in care homes (Laing and Buisson survey 2016) and with some fees being in excess of £1,000 a week, residential homes or care facilities now have to provide quality care in surroundings more redolent to hotels than what many would consider a ‘traditional’ care home. Danfloor UK are specialist manufacturers and suppliers of commercial carpets and supply floor finishes into the Healthcare Sector. “over the years we have seen an increase in considered design for the care sector,” explained Catherine Helliker, marketing manager at danfloor. “the look and quality of product being supplied into care homes is now similar to the hospitality sector. the designers we work with have been looking
for a greater choice of patterned carpets to enhance their design schemes for a number
of years, which is why we have launched the new Evolution Collection.” Evolution is a stunning new collection of patterned carpets consisting of six designs aptly entitled origin, Glaze, manhattan, Forest, Geo Form and Scape. manufactured using new innovative tufting technology and incorporating Aquafil’s Econyl 100% regenerated nylon yarn, the Evolution Collection not only has outstanding performance features but also has a strong environmental focus, making it ideal for a number of sectors including the healthcare market. www.danfloor.co.uk
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A Roaring Success Slow the pace, take a step back and gather around the fire. It’s a primordial instinct we have as humans to congregate and share fables and experiences around the warm light of a flickering flame. Philip Harrison, President and Managing Director of Harrison (www.harrison.hn), describes how they created the design and branding for Firejacks.
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or centuries, the communal hearth of the village served as a place to meet, eat and interact with neighbours and relatives whilst fulfilling or daily chores. In today’s world, we are commanded by the web, email and social media, often left longing for that little bit more time and the simple life. We founded Harrison over 31 years ago, with the aim of creating new hospitality concepts and re-inventing existing brands, as well as delivering the projects on site in a seamless service. In the last thirty years, the hospitality sector has evolved beyond recognition and is continuing to change right in front of our eyes. In the eighties, eating out was seen as a formal occasion. Today the hospitality sector is booming – its contribution to the UK economy has grown faster than any other since 2008. This growth has opened up new opportunities for Harrison allowing us to diversify and increase innovation. Creating engaging experiences is an important element of any hospitality concept and doesn’t just stop at design, therefore we updated our business strategy to become a full-service design consultancy including interiors, branding, menu development, recruitment and employee training, so brands can deliver a unique and distinctive
full customer experience.
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Over the last ten years, we’ve built a strong relationship with The Restaurant Group PLC, working with them to develop brands such as Chiquitos and Frankie & Benny’s, as well as a number of new restaurant concepts for airport locations – including the award-
Due to this long-standing relationship, in May 2017 The Restaurant Group approached us to help it create the design and branding for a new all-day casual dining restaurant and kitchen concept in Northampton that put food at its heart, and embodied a sense
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of community, celebration, imagination, warmth, trust and variety. The concept needed to be fresh, familyfriendly, and appeal to different age groups, offering a relaxing choice of spaces to match customers’ needs, as well as create moments and memories for years to come. In addition, we had just 12 weeks to respond to the brief and create the concept before the restaurant opened to the public.
Working with The Restaurant Group is always an exciting opportunity, and this was the first time the company had asked us to create the branding as well as the design for a new concept. Having examined the brief, the target market, and the values the restaurant needed to epitomise, we brainstormed words that best reflected The Restaurant Group’s idea, with ‘warmth,’ ‘social,’ and ‘theatre’ coming out as core themes. Using these words as a basis, we examined how families and friends historically interacted
with each other – around a fire. Over the centuries, fire has been the centre of the home and community – from cooking to cosy nights in, the element offers a warm environment and brings people together, encapsulating everything the new restaurant needed to achieve. In addition, we conducted research into key drivers for families when choosing a restaurant, by examining current
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international and national casual dining trends and customer insights. From this comprehensive research, key insights included the importance for intergenerational families to ‘rediscover’ coming together and creating new memories. For this audience, authentic cooking via an open kitchen is an important element, as is breaking up the space into different zones so it appeals to all generations. Bringing the outside in, and incorporating a feminine space were other fundamentals.
Combining all the different elements from the research and our own creativity, we came up with a barbeque restaurant and kitchen concept. We felt this fitted the brief, as traditionally having a barbeque creates a relaxed environment allowing people to appreciate the simple pleasures of sharing great food with friends and family whatever the occasion. From concept to doors opening, we had a limited time frame to deliver the design and
branding, including creating a distinctive personality, values and a tone of voice for the brand, while making sure the materials were available and contractors didn’t compromise on the design’s quality. Despite this we were confident we could achieve all of this and more, as we have the internal infrastructure to manage short-term scales without impacting the quality of design. We appointed a senior designer to lead and manage the development, while an experienced project manager drove
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44 : in.BRIEF the required deadlines and liaised with suppliers ensuring products arrived on time. The restaurant’s design was underpinned by the idea of bringing people together to rediscover and share conversation. What makes it stand out from other restaurants is it is feminine, bright and airy. Fire and flames is a central theme of the restaurant creating a homely, warm, light and welcoming environment. Expanding on this theme, we incorporated an open kitchen that not only placed fire at the centre of the restaurant but created a sense of theatre, as well as bright colours generating a strong and visual impact, and a more contemporary look and feel. In addition, we used fabrics that created a feminine atmosphere removing the masculine stereotype associated with barbeques. Bringing the outside in, we used a number of natural materials that would historically have been used on the exterior. In addition, we included an external terrace creating an al fresco dining experience and an environment where people could come together, and an expansive window at the front of the restaurant, ensuring the space remained bright during the day – something which is very different to other casual dining restaurants. We finished the restaurant by incorporating sharing tables for large groups, and developing a sauce station to encourage experimentation. In terms of branding, we organised a workshop which focused on the restaurant’s proposition, its target audience, brand personality, tone of voice, and what made it distinctive. Key themes emerged from this, including entertaining, and creating memories, which also carried on the theme of the restaurant design, placing fire and
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if you are looking for truly magnificent wallcoverings, muraspec proudly presents their splendid Eternity, and contemporary tempus series. the illustrious Eternity collection is characterised by a plain, jacquard and refined collection of natural effect, textile, and splendorous wallcoverings. the designs emulate a range of textures from marble to stone, artistic paintbrush strokes, and marvels of a stunning nature. its palette evokes a sense of timelessness ideal for the most luxurious of interiors. its mix of soft neutral, modish grey, opulent natural, and deep polychrome colourways adds grace to any space.
From classic damasks to delicate blossoms, the modern yet timeless tempus helps create the aspired look in any environment from impactful feature walls to an all-over luxurious feel, and from vibrant to serene colourways. the Blossom design, for example (shown), is characterised by floral prints in harmony with a soft palette of pastels and adds a breathtaking element to any design scheme. For more information, please contact customer services on 03705 117 118 or at customerservices@muraspec.com. order your FrEE samples today for speedy 24-hour delivery! www.muraspec.com
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warmth at its heart, creating a sense of community. Incorporating all these elements, we came up with the name and strapline: Firejacks, Meat-Fire-Friends. The tone of voice of the brand embodied rediscovery, experience, memories and nostalgia. These ideas form the heart of everything Firejacks does, from the way it communicates with customers, to its service style, interior, language, website and social media. The tone of voice and
brand personality extended to the menu, which is simple and focuses on quality meat products, while customer service emphases on engaging with customers, offering a warm welcome and having a good product knowledge. Firejacks opened in August 2017, and has so far received an extraordinary response. The restaurant is beating all expectations, while customers have commented about how much they enjoyed the experience,
food and atmosphere – everything we set out to achieve. As a result, of this success The Restaurant Group is looking to open a second restaurant soon, creating a national brand. Producing a fresh concept and brand was an incredible opportunity and one that we relished. Firejacks has propelled Harrison forward, emphasising our expertise and ability to provide a full-service package, opening us up to new opportunities.
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BATHTUBS Cabuchon Bathforms Whitegate, Lancaster, LA3 3BT, England, UK T: 01524 66022 E: info@cabuchon.com W: www.cabuchon.com
BEDS Hypnos Limited Longwick Road, Princes Risborough, BuckinghamshireHP27 9RS T: 01844 348200 F: 01844 348099 E: designer@hypnosbeds.com W: www.hypnosbeds.com
BESPOKE SOLUTIONS Design & Display Structures Ltd, Ground Floor, 1-7 Station Road, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 1HT T: 07971 601 619 E:sales@design-and-display.co.uk W: www.design-and-display.co.uk
CURTAIN & BLIND SYSTEMS Fabricant Ltd Unit 4 Red House Farm, Bridge Hewick, Ripon, North Yorkshire HG4 5AY T: 01765 607755 F: 01765 607739 E: sales@fabricant.co.uk W: www.fabricant.co.uk
SureSet UK Ltd 32 Deverill Road Trading Estate Sutton Veny, Warminster, BA12 7BZ T: 0800 612 6501 F: +44 (1985) 841260 E: mail@sureset.co.uk W: www.sureset.co.uk
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DECORATIVE PANEL SURFACES Xylo Cleaf Xylo House, Unit 13, Brunswick Ind. Park, Brunswick Way, New Southgate, London, N11 1JL T: +44(0) 20 8368 8122 F: +44(0) 20 8368 8127 E: info@xylocleaf.com
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J B Kind Doors UK Portal Place, Astron Business Park, Hearthcote Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9DW T: 01283 554197 W: www.jbkind.com
FLOORING Designworks Tiles Falcon Road, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, Devon, EX2 7LB T: +44 (0)1392 473037 W: www.designworkstiles.com Junckers Ltd Unit A, 1 Wheaton Road, Witham, Essex, CM83UJ T: 0044 (0) 1376 534700 E:enquiries@junckers.co.uk Polyflor Ltd PO BOX 3, Radcliffe New Road, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 7NR T: 0161 767 1111 F: 0161 767 1100 E: info@polyflor.com W: www.polyflor.com Solus Ceramics Ltd Unit 1 Cole River Park, 285 Warwick Road, Birmingham, B11 2QX T: 0121 753 0777 W: solusceramics.com
FURNITURE Cult Furniture 811 Wandsworth Rd, London , SW8 3JH T: 0208 1856960 E: info@cultfurniture.com W: www.cultfurniture.com Satelliet UK UK South, Unit 2 Nexus Park, Lysons Ave, Ash Vale, Surrey, GU12 5QE T: 0800 977 5722 E: info@satelliet.co.uk W: www.satelliet.co.uk Technogym U.K. Ltd. Two The Boulevard, Cain Road, Bracknell, RG12 1WP T: +44 (0) 1344 300236 F: +44 (0) 1344 300238 W: www.techogym.com
INNOVATIVE SOLUTION Armstrong World Industries Ltd Building Products Division Armstrong House, 38 Market Square, Uxbridge, UB8 1NG T: 0800 371849 F: +44 (0) 1895 274287 W: www.armstrong-atelier.eu
LIGHTING Transformation Tubes Ltd 118 Winkworth Road, Banstead, Surrey, SM7 2QR T: 01737 373483 F: 01737 370590 E: sales@transformationtubes.co.uk W: www.transformationtubes.co.uk
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New Year, New Ideas Building on the success of the last three years, the January Furniture Show continues to develop as the UK’s premier furniture and interior furnishings event.
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he January Furniture Show will be a bonanza for buyers in every furnishing sector; interior design, hotels and leisure, contract, and retail.
With a fresh look the 2018 show returns to Birmingham’s NEC for four days from 21st to 24th January. Planning for the 2018 show is well advanced, and will see over 500 hundred major, new and developing brands show their latest collections to over 21,000 visitors. Navigation around the show will be easier, with more focused product types in each hall. Halls 1 and 2 will be named Premium Design, and will feature high-end and contemporary UK and International brands, including Duresta, Michael Tyler, and Tetrad in Hall 1, and Ekornes, Italia Living and Ego Italiano in Hall 2. Hall 2 also plays host to an extended Flooring Showcase, featuring hard and soft flooring, as well as being home to the Fabric Pavilion - which will feature exclusive and sumptuous fabrics in fresh palettes. Interior flourishes will fill Hall 3 with lighting, mirrors, art and soft furnishings. It will also house some of the biggest UK names in interior furnishings including Libra, Pacific Lifestyle, and Gallery Direct. Halls 4 and 5 will house large cabinet,
bed, and upholstery companies, whose mainstream collections fill thousands of UK homes. German experts in bedroom storage, including Weimann and Rauch, will show alongside some of the biggest UK producers
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