The Savoy Theatre

Description

A swift and concise renovation was due at one of The Savoy Theatres' busiest bars. Solus worked with the in-house design team to supply a complex bespoke floor pattern. The design of the scheme was intended to bring a distinctive aesthetic that would complement the existing design and architecture of the building. Photography by Solus

Tiles Used

Two colours from the practical Headline range were used.

Outcome

Remembered as the first building in the world to be lit by incandescent electric lights, The Savoy Theatre has always been regarded as a glimmering beacon of elegance and glamour on London’s illustrious West End.

Whilst the main auditorium has been routinely improved over the years following the restoration in the 90’s, the front of house and bars received minimal upgrades. ATG undertook the re-design and refurbishment of the Stalls bar alongside Foster Wilson Architects, due in no small part to their expertise in listed theatre buildings.

Due to the listed nature of the building, the design team had to work closely with the Listed Building Officer, resulting in details of the bar closely referencing the Art Deco styling of the theatre, with the floor design in particular being reminiscent of the black and white tiled lobby areas.

Solus supplied two contrasting shades from their Headline range, a delicately realised range of naturally inspired limestone effect tiles. To create the intricate floor pattern, the designers utilised light beige and black tiles in a 50x600mm format, which were later cut into the diamond pattern by the main contractor, Lander Commercial Interiors.