Design Command was appointed to develop a new interior concept for The Sushi Co as the brand continues to grow across London. The brief was to elevate the space while keeping it simple, functional, and true to its roots.
Inspired by Japanese design principles, the new aesthetic introduces soft wood finishes, a calm colour palette, and layered textures. Archival prints have been reworked into bespoke wallcoverings, while Zen-inspired fabrics upholster seating, enhancing comfort and refinement. Bamboo planting brings a sense of freshness and contrast to the clean, minimal layout.
The design is grounded in the philosophy of kintsugi, with an emphasis on quiet detail and natural materials. The overall effect is relaxed and considered, supporting a slower, more focused dining experience.
The concept has been rolled out to sites in Hampstead, Harringay Green Lanes, and Canary Wharf, with Tower Bridge opening soon.
Grissini and Sticky Fingers are two restaurants recently completed for Hyatt. Located on the bank of the river Rhine in Cologne, both restaurants boast incredible views.
Grissini is a restaurant of understated elegance serving Italian cuisine. The interior combines classic forms with more contemporary elements.
The design of Sticky Fingers was urban-inspired, in keeping with their menu. Raw industrial finishes form the backdrop for colourful, street food dishes.
*Photographs courtesy of Hyatt.
Design Command were appointed to work on the interiors of a 146-key Mercure Hotel in Northampton.
We developed a design concept that celebrates the local heritage, creating a distinctive and inviting experience for guests.
The design of the bedrooms draws inspiration from Northampton’s vibrant market stalls and the historic hot air balloon ascents that once animated the nearby Market Square. These influences are woven into the interiors through thoughtfully selected artwork, colors, patterns, and textures, creating spaces that honor local history while ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Our approach balances the requirements of global brand identity with unique, local concepts, delivering a design that reflects its surroundings.
Welcome to Kendal Street Kitchen, the latest project from Design Command. Located in the heart of Marble Arch, this Mediterranean-inspired restaurant is a testament to our commitment to creating spaces that seamlessly blend comfort and sophistication.
Tasked with designing a space that felt like a cozy residential retreat, we added touches of mid-century detailing alongside home comfort fabrics and finishes. The result? A warm and inviting atmosphere that transports guests from the hustle and bustle of Oxford Street to the peaceful oasis of Connaught Village
Marquês de Pombal - Lisbon
This student hotel is based in
the heart of Lisbon, Portugal.
Lisbon is a city with a famous
street art culture. We used
street art throughout the
scheme and tied this in with
luxurious finishes.
This resulted in a high-end
interior space which
combines the two.
This scheme features: Gym,
Pool, Sauna, Cinema, Private
Dining Rooms, Study, Library
and Lounge Spaces.
Upon entry to the restaurant, customers are greeted with an impressive double height deli space that is integrated into the front of the restaurant.
The space oozes with a light and airy ambience, creating a comfortable, modern restaurant that celebrates colour, form, and pattern.
A sleek central bar area encompasses a sense of decadence to the space and features bespoke brass lighting, a marble front, and luxurious leather bar stools.
Winner of Restaurant Design of the year at the SBID awards
Inspired by the lively beach bars in Ibiza and Greece, Design Command have designed the interiors of both Mickeys Beach Bar and Restaurant as places to relax and unwind by the coast, evoking an overall sense of escapism.
Due to the proximity to Exmouth beach and its recognition as a place of outstanding natural beauty, it was imperative that Mickeys celebrated this notion through sustainable design choices. As such, environmentally low-impact products are used throughout. The tiles are made from 98% recycled material and reclaimed timber cladding has been used for the restaurant’s showcase ceiling and sunbeam feature wall. It was of equal importance to utilise local businesses in the sourcing of design elements, with many of the lighting features, planting areas, table caddies and interior artworks all produced in the area.
At Mickeys Beach Restaurant, the scene is bold and bright as the design looks to intertwine with the sweeping views across the bay. As such, the seating layout has been designed to maximise the views of the beach and lighting features throughout reflect the nautical through the use of linen, rope and weathered metal. With the adjacent terrace, Design Command opted for outdoor paving on the floor and the walls are clad in decorative framed mirrors to reflect the stunning views.
A combination of interior and exterior furniture was chosen in this space to add extra comfort whilst dining beach-side. In addition, the retractable roof opens up to provide a sumptuous al-fresco experience for all guests to enjoy, whatever the weather.
Design Command designed a new Interior design concept for several of the Landmark co-working offices. We brought our knowledge and experience in hospitality design into the office sector creating an inviting space you feel comfortable and proud to work in.
Sites Included
Newman Street, Bishopsgate, Royal Exchange, Devonshire Street
Chancery Lane, Portman House, Cavendish Square
As well as a concept roll out of refurbishments of existing sites across the United Kingdom
Landmark provides its clients with a wide range of working environments. The sites are open plan to maximise space, light and flow of movement – enhancing the atmosphere within each site. To differentiate between work spaces, colour palettes are used to divide the space into specific zones for designated tasks.
Some work spaces are for focussed, quiet tasks where concentration is essential. Other work spaces are for team discussions and collaborative production. Therefore, some spaces are a relaxed more informal setting while others are more formal and private.
The reception is the welcoming zone therefore lighter, more reflective materials are used to enhance the light and create a bright, open environment.
Meeting rooms are a more formal setting used for impressing clients. A more muted, richer palette of colours are used – rich tan leathers and luxurious dark blues with metallic extravagant wallpaper.
The social zones are designed to mimic a hospitality spaces. It was designed to be a light and inspiring space using a light backdrop and injections of intense colours. Orange is associated with enthusiasm and warmth. It is thought of as an optimistic and extroverted colour, this was used on site to encourage communication and collaboration. Teal is thought to have tranquil and stability as its colour properties, evoking restfulness and balance. By combining these two colours into the concept, we have created a scheme that enables clients to work together and relax simultaneously in the break out social space.
The private zones are more calming, the colours and tones are more muted to create a peaceful setting. Darker tones are used as they are thought to channel and focus the mind.
Photographs by Richard Townshend, courtesy of Landmark Space.
FROM PARIS TO EXMOUTH: SYLVAIN PELTIER & MICHAEL CAINES LAUNCH CAFE
After working together for over 15 years, Sylvain Peltier and Michael Caines are turning their dream into a reality by bringing together their brand new concept; Café Patisserie Glacerie to Exmouth beach, opened its doors on 13th April 2021.
With pastel hues of blue, pink & green interiors and boasting a comfortable space inside and out with stunning beach views, this patisserie paradise is an Instagrammers dream, as are its spectacular culinary creations. With the topping station, and even a kitchen port hole to glimpse into the artisan’s homemaking the goods, you will quite literally feel like ‘a kid in a candy store’.
Ernest Place - Durham Ernest Place is a student hotel with over 300 studio rooms based in Durham.
The brief for this scheme was to create a luxurious environment that felt homely whilst also being a trendy venue in which to relax.
We achieved this by using dark tones and natural timbers alongside various
metallic finishes.
Show apartment for Mount Anvil in London
Royal Docks West is a development by Mount Anvil located in Royal Victoria Dock, east London.
Design Command dressed a 3 bedroom penthouse apartment with a large private roof terrace.
The design seeks its inspiration from the Royal Docks that was a bustling trade hub in the 1850’s and connected London to the rest of the world.
Through here exotic produce and animals were brought into the city, something that is showcased though the choice of luxurious, eclectic and vibrant furniture, materials and colours.
*Photographs by Carel du Plessis, courtesy of Mount Anvil
Wingmans make award-winning chicken wings. The brand started life as a street food stall and with hard-earned success came expansion into ‘wingery’ restaurants and a cookbook ‘Wings and Things”. Design Command worked with them to design their flagship central London restaurant on Old Compton Street, which opened in July 2020.
Wingmans approached Design Command early in their journey and looked at several sites over the years before finding their perfect home in Soho.
For the concept design we wanted to step away from an industrial look and deliver a slick design with an urban twist.
We used the material tones you would find in a chicken coop but layered the design with a variety of different finishes that tied in with the white, black and gold Wingmans branding.
The result is a light and airy space that’s comfortable and a great place to meet and enjoy your favourite wings.
RESTAURANT AND BAR DESIGN AWARD WINNER 15/16
Wildwood Kitchen, a trendy bar and restaurant is located in the old entrance to the Clayton Square Shopping Centre, situated minutes away from Liverpool Lime Street Station.
This former shopping centre’s entrance, houses a 16m high, domed glass atrium space, where a collection of bulbs cascade down creating a feeling of a starry night. To emulate Liverpool’s cultural and stylish scene, the customer is firstly greeted by a stylish central bar which leads to the more urban dining space, underneath the atrium. There are numerous dining areas surrounding the atrium, allowing you to enjoy a different culinary environment with every visit.
There is a delightful deli with a separate entrance which houses an eclectic mix of Wildwood’s own goodies and treats, along with fresh salads served daily. This mix between fresh, hip and sophisticated only adds to Liverpool’s already dynamic city. Wildwood Kitchen is perfect for every type of function from lunch to dinner or simply just for a few drinks. This vibrant space welcomes all.
