New Zealand Commercial Design Trends Series NZ Commercial Design Trends Vol. 30/12

Not surprisingly, lighting plays a key role in setting the ambience. Crafted specified custom hand-blown pendants from Denmark, which create a talking point in the bar. There are also suspended black tube lights that provide ambient light and help to enhance the intimacy of the space. Baffles in the ceiling, which reduce noise levels, are additional features. In keeping with the theme, much of the furniture is steel, including the chairs and bar stools. Bench seats are in timber and black leather. Pankhurst says the success of the project can be attributed to the close collaboration with the building owners and the other consultants. “There were a lot of challenges to work through, especially in terms of the fire code, but now the project is finished, it has achieved everything we – and the restaurant owners – wanted.” resources & more images 45974 at trendsideas.com more christchurch hospitality 45975 trendsideas.com Left:In the Spice Paragon restaurant, Muros fibreglass walls in black create a textural look reminiscent of raw, shuttered concrete. The cashier’s desk is built from hot-rolled steel, which also features on wall panels. The flooring is a mix of stone tiles and oiled red beech timber. The hexagonal spice-related motif on the wall panels is repeated in places on the floors. Right:Steel lattice screens help to make the dining spaces more intimate, yet allow some transparency, enhancing a sense of theatre. The bamboo light pendants are a nod to the Oriental influences in the menu. search | save | share at trendsideas.com 61

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