The existing leased space was effectively divided into two areas due
to an existing building core. The strategy was to relink the two zones
through the implementation of a series of layered vaults. These vaults,
both tie the space together as a fluid single entity, as well as create a
series of ‘specific characters’ to the volume through the use of scale:
retail, lounge, cosy nook, bar etc.

Corresponding to the scale of the vaults are a series of light fixtures:
long and linear for the narrow vaults, and an array of custom wrought
iron chandeliers for the larger vaults. The chandeliers contain a
collection of randomly placed ‘vessels’ complete with an implied
horizon of clear and frosted glass.

On closer inspection of the surface of the vault, a two layered lattice
is revealed. The lattice is a tessellation of the movement of bubble
through the beer, beginning with the extruded bubble at the base of
the vault and gradually transforming through 1/3 of the vaults height
into a hexagonal form- creating a three dimensional sculptural
representation of the beer physics phenomenon.

The outer face of the lattice is matte black, whilst the inner surface is
polished brass. The lattices are shifted upon each other, creating a
slight ‘moire’ effect as you move through the space.

The beam undersides of the vault are mirror finished metal that
reflects the activities of the space, grounded on unfinished concrete
rendered columns, as a counterpoint to richness of the ceiling!
Within the second larger vault is the main bar, complete with a
modified version of a traditional lava lamp, where bubbles are
digitally moved through cross sections of cut cylindrical fluted glass.

Completed spring 2022