FURNITURE
Tom Browns Restaurant, Nottinghamshire – A Luxury Redesign
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Contract Furniture Group was proud to play a key role in the dramatic transformation of Tom Browns, a long-established riverside restaurant in Gunthorpe, Nottinghamshire. Since opening in 1986, it has been a fixture of the local dining scene. In 2022, the venue was acquired by the Reddington Pub Company, known for its strong portfolio of hospitality venues, including the neighbouring Anchor pub. Unlike the family-friendly Anchor, the vision for Tom Browns was to create an adult-only, high-end restaurant serving premium seafood and steak alongside live music.
Following a £ 1 million investment, we were invited back, having worked with Reddington before, to help realise its luxury concept. Our task was to design, manufacture, and install bespoke fixed seating that would define the space. With a central live music stage, the booth layout was carefully planned to give every guest a clear view while maintaining an intimate, lounge-like feel.
We began with precise site measurements and produced 2D and 3D renderings to visualise the banquette seating. The design embraced a moody, luxe 1970s style, with booths upholstered in rich chocolate brown velvet, framed by baroque oak panelling and finished with a gold kickboard for a touch of glamour. Integrated back-panel lighting enhanced the atmosphere in the low-lit space, perfect for evening dining and entertainment.
The fixed seating, in a mix of corner booths, curved runs, and straight styles, dominated the layout, optimising space and creating defined zones. Only a few standalone tables and chairs were added for flexibility.
To complete the look, we supplied black quartz tabletops paired with table bases from our Titan, Atlas, and Zeus collections, all featuring interchangeable sleeves for customised detailing. Custom glass mirrors behind two elevated curved booths added depth and echoed the retro-glam aesthetic.
The result is a complete reinvention of the former pub into a sophisticated, child-free restaurant that feels both luxurious and welcoming. The combination of bespoke seating, premium finishes, and clever spatial planning has boosted both style and functionality.
Now reopened, Tom Browns has quickly reclaimed its place as a local favourite, proof of how tailored furniture solutions can redefine a venue and elevate the guest experience.
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