Occasionally, the most challenging obstacles are the ones that boost creativity the most. That is what happened with Glorietta, a bar and restaurant Sydney-based design firm Alexander & Co transformed into a lively eating, dining and entertainment destination.
The space, located in a new commercial building in North Sydney, was initially an uninspiring, voluminous, double-height glass box with poor visibility. “Our team had to work hard to create a sense of identity, intimacy and warmth,” says Jeremy Bull, founder and principal at Alexander & Co.
“We started by deconstructing the space into separate zones using different floor treatments and seating options. Polished concrete went around the northern dining area, and the bar has high timber tables and stools. A central dining area boasts timber boards, communal tables, and seating, while…
