Dukes 92

Description

Famous Manchester bar, Dukes 92 has reopened following a huge renovation, which has seen the interior transformed into a urban garden grotto. The design is inspired by the industrial heritage of the area and the past use of the stable block building. Photography by Peter Creighton

Tiles Used

Large format tiles from the Replicate range were selected for the project.

Outcome

Manchester’s most famous canal side bar, Dukes 92 reopened its doors revealing a stunning contemporary look following a £1m refurbishment by owner Elle R Leisure last year.

The former stable block was originally converted into a bar in 1991, and the renovation marked the 25th anniversary of the enduring city centre hotspot, which is located next to lock 92, from which it takes its name.

Award-winning interior designers SpaceInvader were briefed to create a design that was to be both respectful of the area’s industrial past by using existing features and connect with the outside environment.

Wooden floorboards were replaced with cream, concrete effect floor tiles from Solus Ceramics’ popular Replicate range, which is a porcelain product, inspired by the raw look of cement fused with richly oxidised metals.

The large format, monolithic 750x1500mm tiles, which showcasean incredibly unique worn and weathered patina feature throughout the venue and perfectly complement the large spacious environment. Finally, architectural trellises, hung with beautiful plants and impressive full sized trees, feature throughout the interior.