Brass PVD Mirror finish bar & restaurant fittings

How the interior designers created modern-day glamour for an exclusive private members club using a specialist metal finish that keeps its original, gleaming appearance.

Turning a warehouse into a Boutique Hotel

Harriet Liley, Senior Interior Designer at March and White, was the lead designer – March and White were the interior designers on this project. Harriet told us “Our client knew he wanted a mid-century feel and that this club was not to be centred around the idea of male members but jet-setting business women” Harriet says. “We had our Muse who was a persona we created around the image of a woman in a private jet – every design decision we made we checked first that it would be at one with our Muse’s lifestyle and preferences. Every colour, every pattern, every chair – they all went through this filtering process”.

Finding a non-tarnishing brass and bronze material

“With the metalwork, originally we had specified brass and bronze however we were not satisfied with the fact that these would develop a patina over time. That aged look was very much akin to the traditional male members clubs and we were seeking a fresh angle on this tradition. But obviously we wanted to retain absolutely the sense of richness and quality so were not going to give that up. We were then introduced to PVD coloured stainless steel by the main contractor, ISG, and there were a few qualities that immediately suited our design very well. The cost was lower than that of using brass and bronze, the durability was an attraction and certainly the aesthetic as it would not tarnish so would retain the glamour and gloss we wanted. The practicality and durability was crucially important as we were using this material for bartops. To be able to retain the polished shine was going to really help us create the glamorous and elegant look we wanted to achieve.”