London’s famous Café Royal is a Grade I listed building on Regent Street overlooking Piccadilly Circus. It was originally opened in 1865 and by the end of the nineteenth century had become the place to be and to be seen. At one point, it was said to have the greatest wine cellar in the world.

We were appointed to lead the restoration and refurbishment of the areas of special interest, alongside heritage architects Donald Insall Associates and The Crown Estate. The areas of  refurbishment included the Grill Room, the Pompadour Ballroom, the Domino Room, the main entrance and main staircase along with several other large suites. These areas form the centrepiece of the building and, as befits this iconic venue, were finished in luxurious materials such as Marmorina plasterwork, Carrara marble, leather, glass and oak, using a rich palette of opulent colours such as gold, amber and ochre.