Revitalising a design classic

Balcony Bistro, Barbican Centre, London

Creating a two-in-one space to meet and eat,
in a contemporary, intimate environment.

Hstudio conceived a contemporary interior that referenced the original building fabric of this historic 20th Century landmark, radically re-planning the existing space to create two distinct yet related spaces: a tapas-style bar and a restaurant.  Floor finishes, flexible mood lighting and colour were used to reinforce the distinctiveness of each space, while a common palette of warm and textured materials was used throughout. 

Bar area