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This is the case for this proect, where The
Living Room, cladded the bar unit with
Italian antique stained mirrors to give
depth and volume to the overall look,
which helps to build an atmosphere in
the area. Another noticeable feature is the
custom-made bench, which has been fitted
lengthwise of the room guiding towards the
bar, with fluted back panels. This does not
only bring the element of comfort but adds
the cherry on the cake for the overall visual
of the room. Oh, and let’s not forget the LED
lighting backlights the bar for those special
champagne moments…
Can you talk about the design and the
layout of the bar?
The emerald green bar is the striker and
hero piece of the room. The jewel colour
bar is the heart of the space, where the host
serves the drinks for his friends. The bar
area is supported by a large 65” television
on the back wall ready for viewing those
classic football re-runs of Ashley Cole. This
is followed by perfect symmetry with either
side, both left and right midfield being
made up of antique bronze mirror imported
from Italy, glass shelves hosting a collection
of Dom Perignon 1998 Vintage and a warm
white ambient LED lighting to illuminate
the space with radiant energy.
Can you talk about what inspired the
overall design?
We were inspired by the luxury hotels of the
world, we looked to the opulent bars you
may find in a Bvlgari Hotel, The Dorchester
and The London Hotel in New York. We
aimed to create the space of a luxury bar
you would see in a 5* hotel – but the good
thing is that staying in is the new going out
so our client could enjoy a bar experience
without leaving.
What is your favorite design element in
this space?
Ashley Cole’s career has spanned over 20
years, playing for different teams and in
different colours. But the one colour that
has been the constant in his life, is the
colour of the field, the pitches, the turf he’s
so used to the colour of green grass. Green
gives him comfort, that breathes life into his
soul. When we were deciding which colour
to ‘pop’ in the bar area, it had to be none
other than emerald green. My favourite
design element is the way the centre bar
makes a very tasteful and firm statement in
green, syncing itself with the bar stools and
artwork. I am so sure he will spend a great
deal of time in this room!