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Biasol: Design Studio
the World Of Hospitality
Hutch & Co
Biasol: Design Studio
N
estled amongst the vines of Victoria’s
Yarra Valley, 35km northeast of the city is
Hutch & Co. From its humble beginnings
as the 1800s ironmongery store formally known as
Hutchinson’s, the site was transformed into a modern
restaurant, cafe.
Engaging the full services of the studio, which span
interior, building, product and branding design, Hutch
& Co was an exercise in composition and contrast
between materials, which are wrapped, extruded or
intersected to playful effect. Tasked with delivering
a space that considered an architectural extension
to the existing building, an outdoor dining area and
multi-zoning, we decided to strip back and remove all
the existing internal walls and linings. With only the
exposed brickwork left, we were able to introduce a
refined palate of materials and finishes.
Pale American Oak timber is a signature feature at
Hutch & Co. Adorning the ceiling and wall in the
main dining area, the pattern articulated here carries
through from the timber to the tiling, giving the venue
its own unique personality. Lined in the same rhythm,
the open plan kitchen encourages a dialogue between
patrons and the chefs. Offset by the mix of matte and
gloss tiles that coat the bar, the rawness of the wood
acts in contrast to the concrete finishes and softens the
space. The studio’s newly designed lighting pendants
for Meizai are paired with our Silho collection and
grey felted upholstery to create a sense of intimacy.
This design language extends to the branding, which
is bold, recognisable and synonymous with the site’s
history. Seven meters wide and stretching across the
top of the black façade, is the Hutch & Co insignia.
Attracting the attention of locals and those passing
through the countryside, the frontage echoes the
architecture of the local area and was maintained as
a design consideration. Set back from the street, this
extruding tiled surface area and its built in bench
seating activate the frontage and invites pedestrian
interaction.
Photos courtesy of: Ari Hatzis
Throughout the entire design process, we were
always conscious of the opportunity afforded to
us by the Yarra Valley and set out to design a space
that continuously captured these views. White
tiled walls underpinned by black steel details frame
the scenery and lush country terrain, which is
referenced internally with greenery from Glasshaus.
In establishing this level of engagement with the site
environs, we introduced an element of transparency
that meant being able to stand on either side of
the building and seeing through to the other side.
Opening up the space in this way not only saw us gain
natural light and visual access to the breathtaking
surrounds, it enabled us achieve a layered effect within
the venue, in which the interior and exterior blend to
form a single expression.
www.biasol.com.au
Website: www.biasol.com.au