A restaurant in a heritage-listed location takes its design cues from Spanish cuisine

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16 May 2023

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The interior fit-out of a restaurant in Auckland’s heritage-listed Britomart building embraces the culture of the food being served, thereby creating a unique sense of place.
The heritage-listed external wall, which is now internal, is marked by a row of concrete columns that have been left raw.
The kitchen is open to the dining space, allowing diners a chance to enjoy the performance of cooking.
The combination of handmade tiles on the back wall, the bar and counter top allude to the artisan qualities of the food being served.
The length of the restaurant, a wall of clay terracotta tiles brings warmth to the interior and a unique Spanish flavour.
A group of small pendant lights create warmth in the dining space, without overwhelming the narrow area between the facade and the internal heritage wall.
Colourful handmade tiles were chosen for the base of the bar counter and laid to accommodate a seamless pattern.
The walnut-topped tables and rich timber chairs provide a foil to the concrete elements.
Diners can enjoy the intimate atmosphere and people-watch inside or dine outside on the street to enjoy the inner city atmosphere.
Every item in the restaurant has been chosen to reflect the hand-crafted quality of the food, and create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.