Lead architect, from concept to completion, delivering an experiential bar, restaurant and micro-distillery for Britain’s leading winemakers Chapel Down.

The project consisted of refurbishing a temporary structure into a trendy restaurant and bar situated in a spectacular setting in King’s Cross, on the edge of Regent’s Canal.

The bar exhibits, on the ground floor, a library of dried botanicals stored in laboratory flasks, creating a cocktail of floral, herbal and grassy aromas. The first floor invites guest towards a spectacular curved bar, leading into a restaurant overlooking the canal.

A material palette of stainless steel and hammered copper has been inspired by the German gin still ‘Helga’ and contrasts with dark blue walls, bronzed antique mirrors and tactile wooden floors.

For Guy Hollaway