The secret of a great dining experience is the setting as much as the food and the service. To enhance Morchella’s interiors, the owners commissioned specialist fabricator Parker & Co Design & Build to help bring their ambitious multi-sensory vision to life.This experimental approach produced a distinctive design that exceeded the fabricator’s expectations.
Ensuring thematic continuity was crucial, so seven sheets of Terrazzo Classico were used for four round dining tables and three large waiters’ station worktops, adding elegance. For tonal contrast, three sheets of muted HIMACS Maui were used for three different waiters’ stations, further enhancing the visual interest of the interiors.
Natural elements
Achieving an attractive organic quality to complement the HIMACS, solid and veneered oak as well as maple was specified liberally throughout Morchella.
The cabinetry, tables, and bar tops feature rich, honeyed hardwood tones, contributing to the overall ambiance of the restaurant.
Solid oak provided a sturdy and timeless foundation, while the veneered oak offered a refined finish, maintaining the wood’s natural beauty and supporting the Mediterranean theme. Maple, known for its durability and smooth finish, contributed an extra layer of style and sophistication, without compromising on required performance.
Ultimately, the interplay between the natural timber and HIMACS showcases how modern and traditional can merge for truly striking results.
Commenting on the project and material use, Tim Parker, Creative Director at Parker & Co Design & Build, says, “We strive to create spaces that not only impress visually but also function seamlessly for our clients and end-users. It was a joy to work with James Latham throughout this process. Their consultancy was invaluable, especially in the ingenuity needed to work with HIMACS in a new way. Such a great material that allowed us, through creative solutions, to produce something truly unique. Not only that, the quality and finish of its sustainably-sourced hardwoods and veneers are second to none. When you see the finished space and the seamless dialogue achieved between these materials, I think the results speak for themselves.”
