The food and beverage offerings within the hotel include LAVO, a sophisticated Italian restaurant with coastal flair, from Tao Group Hospitality, along with the vibrant The BoTree Bar by Concrete Amsterdam. LAVO’s sumptuous and delightful interior is warm in both materials and light throughout. The inviting booths are framed by a feature backlit wall spanning over both floors of LAVO with softly lit greenery and bespoke decorative lighting. The BoTree Bar provides a vibrant space that transforms from day to night through an illuminated colour-changing light feature that spans across the ceiling. The teal marble bar curves across the space with a backdrop of illuminated bottles and curated artworks on display.

Architects: EPR Architects (Lead) & Orbit Architects (Implementation Architects)
Interior Designer: Concrete Amsterdam and Tao Group Hospitality
Project Managers: Buro Four (Lead) & Gleeds (Cost Managers)
M&E Consultant: Elementa Consulting
Photography: Courtesy of The BoTree – Photographers: John Carey, Adam Parker

Lavo Restaurant Interiors London Botree Hotel Tao Group

Lavo Restaurant Interiors London Botree Hotel Tao Group

Lavo Restaurant Interiors London Botree Hotel Tao Group

BoTree Bar Hotel London Tao

BoTree Bar Hotel London Tao

BoTree Bar Hotel London Tao

BoTree Bar Hotel London Tao

dpa are proud to be the lighting designers for Cunard Line’s new ship, Queen Anne, which was delivered and set sail in May 2024. She features much-loved signature spaces and new experiences that showcase the classic Cunard style as well as exciting new design directions.

Cunard are well known for their exquisite food and beverage menus and experiences. Working closely with David Collins Studio, Richmond International and Sybille de Margerie, dpa developed lighting designs to elevate these experiences across all of the traditional signature venues open to all guests including: the Britannia Restaurant, the Chart Room, the Golden Lion pub; exclusive dining options the Britannia Club, Princess Grill and Queen’s Grill restaurants; and exciting new settings in Sir Samuel’s Steakhouse and Aji Wa.

Client: Carnival UK
Interior Designers: David Collins Studio, Richmond International, Sybille de Margerie, Adam D. Tihany
Shipyard: Fincantieri, Italy
Photography: Courtesy of Carnival UK and Cunard

Interior of the Britannia Club restaurant on board Queen Anne in Italy. Evening. Client: Cunard. Picture date: Monday April 22, 2024. Photograph by Christopher Ison © 07544044177 [email protected] www.christopherison.com IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING IMAGE LICENCING FOR THIS PHOTOGRAPH: This image is supplied to the client under the terms previously agree. No sales are permitted unless expressly agreed in writing by the photographer. Image licence is for below the line only. No out of home use without acquiring an extended image licence.

Interior of the Britannia Club restaurant on board Queen Anne in Italy. Evening. Client: Cunard. Picture date: Monday April 22, 2024. Photograph by Christopher Ison © 07544044177 [email protected] www.christopherison.com IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING IMAGE LICENCING FOR THIS PHOTOGRAPH: This image is supplied to the client under the terms previously agree. No sales are permitted unless expressly agreed in writing by the photographer. Image licence is for below the line only. No out of home use without acquiring an extended image licence.

The Golden Lion Pub on board Queen Anne. Client: Cunard. Picture date: Wednesday May 1, 2024. Photograph by Christopher Ison © 07544044177 [email protected] www.christopherison.com IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING IMAGE LICENCING FOR THIS PHOTOGRAPH: This image is supplied to the client under the terms previously agree. No sales are permitted unless expressly agreed in writing by the photographer. Image licence is for below the line only. No out of home use without acquiring an extended image licence.

The Chart Room bar on board Queen Anne in Italy. Client: Cunard. Picture date: Monday April 22, 2024. Photograph by Christopher Ison © 07544044177 [email protected] www.christopherison.com IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING IMAGE LICENCING FOR THIS PHOTOGRAPH: This image is supplied to the client under the terms previously agree. No sales are permitted unless expressly agreed in writing by the photographer. Image licence is for below the line only. No out of home use without acquiring an extended image licence.

dpa lighting consultants are proud and privileged to have worked for P&O Cruises in association with Martin Francis of Francis Design, Jestico + Whiles, Partner Ship Design and Richmond International, to design the front of house and cabin lighting for this new 180,000-ton vessel, Britain’s most environmentally conscious cruise liner being powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), a clean burning fossil fuel that addresses new maritime rules on harmful emissions. Cruise ships of this scale are incredible feats of engineering and at 344 metres long, Iona is also Britain’s largest with a normal operating capacity of 5,200 guests and 1,800 crew, designed to capture unprecedented panoramic views across the ever-changing seascape, at every available opportunity.

Through close collaboration with the client and design team, the exterior and interior architectural lighting design has been developed and harmoniously integrated to enhance the quality of the guest experience. The ship accommodates a plethora of themed food and beverage spaces including P&O favourites such as The Keel & Cow and The Olive Grove, that provide the guest with a tremendous dining choice and varied ambiences catering for all. Many of these venues connect to the ship’s centrepiece, the Grand Atrium which spans port and starboard in cross section allowing a unique passenger connection to the sea through the vast glazed elevations

The lighting control is articulated to respond to the time of day and activity, ranging from energetic atmospheres to more refined and personalised ambiences.

Client: P&O Cruises
External Profile of Ship: Martin Francis of Francis Design
Architects/Design Team: Jestico + Whiles, Partner Ship Design and Richmond International
Photography: Courtesy of P&O Cruises

Iona, P+O cruises, summer 2021

Iona, P+O cruises, summer 2021

Iona, P+O cruises, summer 2021

Iona, P+O cruises, summer 2021

Altogether, Arvia is the epitome of a sunshine resort sailing year-round to the warmest climates. The vast food and beverage selection onboard includes Epicurean, Sindhu, and The Glass House as well as P&O icons The Keel & Cow and The Olive Grove. The house lighting control is articulated to respond to the time of day and activity, ranging from energetic atmospheres to more refined, personalised and relaxed ambiances.

Client: P&O Cruises
Builder: Meyer Werft Shipyard, Papenburg, Germany 
External Profile of Ship: Martin Francis of Francis Design
Architects/Design Team: Jestico + Whiles, Partner Ship Design and Richmond International
Photography: Courtesy of P&O Cruises

London Architectural Photography

London Architectural Photography

London Architectural Photography

Where Tokyo meets Tulum, Los Mochis is the global pioneer of pairing Mexican and Japanese cuisines, showing off the vibrancy, passion, and heat of Mexico while celebrating the cool elegance and precision of Japan. Elevated above Broadgate Circle, the venue offers unparalleled panoramic views of London City. Curated by Chef Leonard Tanyag, the restaurant provides the guest with varied dining experiences, from the vibrant main dining area with sushi bar to a scenic rooftop terrace, intimate private dining room, and luxurious Agaveria & Lounge. Each space offers its own distinctive ambience away from the bustle of the city below.

The vision for the project came from Markus Thesleff of the Thesleff Group, with Interior Design by OV & Co and Architects Woods Hardwick. dpa created a carefully integrated lighting scheme, incorporating Agave fibre pendants and a hand-woven willow tunnel by willow artist Cherry Chung. These are fully tuneable white to allow a fresh neutral white during the breakfast scene through to a warm candle-lit glow during the evening, creating an intimate dining experience in contrast to the surrounding towers of the Square Mile.

Client: Thesleff Group
Interior Designer: OV & Co
Architect: Woods Hardwick
Project Manager: G&T
Photography: Courtesy of Adam Lynk

BYRD, the Club and Events venue connected to Hart Shoreditch Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton, recently opened with a stunning interior for which dpa have been fortunate to have designed the lighting, in collaboration with interior designers LXA.

The multi-purpose space works elegantly as a club and bar transforming the spaces with divisible walls to provide flexibility for various events and uses.

dpa developed a lighting design to facilitate the multi-functional use of the spaces using integrated and concealed lighting to bring the bar to life. Showcasing the interesting displays as well as accenting artwork and objects, the tables are also individually lit with portable LED table lights. A lighting control system works seamlessly in the background with both day and night scenes to provide appropriate ambiance according to the function and time of the day.

Client: Shamal and Seven Capital
Hotel Operator: Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Interior Designer: LXA
Contractor: Corley Woolley
Photography: Adam Letch

The concept was to create a space with multiple layers of decoration within this well-known London dining room dating back from 1873 and now Grade II* listed. The Clients had a clear vision to create visual interest at the lower levels, with just incidental light brushing on to the neo-Byzantine mosaic ceiling. Breaking the linear space up into a series of smaller areas each with their own character but aesthetically harmonious was also an important part of the brief using light.

The challenge of this project is its Grade II* listed status as no lights could be attached to the historic fabric. With our desire to create drama, together with the Client and Interior Designer we developed perimeter panels free of the historic fabric where lighting could be appropriately located, together with a variety of screens where again lighting elements could be seamlessly integrated. The artwork, displays and objects are authentic and the lighting is designed to show off these elements.

To provide great flexibility and minimise the quantity of cables, given the restricted routes in this historic building, we adopted a DALI protocol and then carefully balanced each element in each area to express the decoration in a theatrical manner while still having focus on the most important thing, the tables and the diners.

Client: MW Eat/Masala Zone Piccadilly Circus, Ranjit Mathrani, Namita Panjabi & Camellia Panjabi
Interior Designer: Design Wilkes – Jeffrey Wilkes
Architect: ARP Architects – Crispin Wright

The multi-award winning contemporary Japanese restaurant, bar & lounge is back in Dubai after closing its doors at the H Hotel in 2019. Now proudly residing in the Marriott Palm Jumeirah, the new incarnation of OKKU is still drawing on its vibrant and exciting guest experiences, live station, entertainment and beautifully rich interiors.

Having designed the lighting for the original OKKU Dubai 15 years ago, and OKKU Riyadh 5 years ago we were very familiar with the brand and its ethos of top-tier Japanese cuisine paired with a vibrant and exciting guest experience. The demand on the lighting had not diminished in this time, rather evolved and more importantly tested. Every aspect of the interior and guest journey is scrutinised to ensure it meets the brand’s vision, and the lighting was paramount to achieving this.

OKKU’s identifying elements remained: Samurai Warriors on guard, jellyfish, show kitchen, DJ station and large social bar. Private dining and live entertainment areas were also introduced. These are all striking visual focal points, each deserving a careful and effective realisation with light however, the overall composition of the entire space had to be planned and balanced to retain interest and a sense of journey to the guest without being overwhelming and too ‘noisy’.

Client: Golden Sands Hotels Co LLC
Operator / Brand Owner: Whissle
Interior Designer: LW Design Group
MEP Consultant: Arenco
Contractor: Marlin
Photography: Courtesy of Golden Sands Hotels Co LLC

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We have a long standing relationship with the Waldorf Hotel Amsterdam and their Owners so were very happy to be asked to work with David Clixby of GA Design on the lighting for Spectrum, a signature restaurant within the property.  The understated elegance of the dining space provides the perfect backdrop for the incredible two Michelin star food led by Chef Sidney Schutte and Restaurant Manager Cas Kratz.  The restaurant is punctuated with powerful art and flower displays all appropriately illuminated to add drama to the space, while the focus remains on the tables.

Owner: DvM b.v.
Operator: Sidney Schutte
Architect: OeverZaaijer
Interior Design: GA Design
Photography: Joseph Briare; Underpromise Agency – Mart Goossens and Alexander Sporre

A Neo-Baroque concept decorated with warm reds, gold steel, and aubergine tones and colours. The latest destination from the world-famous Buddha-Bar stable, Barfly is a rich and exquisite explosion to the senses. Challenging the concepts of bar, dining, and entertainment, the concept by George V Eatertainment and detailing by Design Wapler & Associates set a high bar for the lighting design. We were tasked with creating and implementing a successful lighting strategy for all the front-of-house areas.

The venue is rich with material, objects of interest, and pockets of excitement coupled with sound and taste. The lighting design had to seamlessly fit in with the interior story without distracting from it, placing emphasis just where needed. Discreet luminaires allow as much integration into the fabric of the interior as possible, with judicial placing to highlight points of interest and promote contrast and shadow. Dimming and optic controls were significant in creating the required mood and atmosphere as the day and evening progress to the late hours.

Client: Hilton Hotels and Resorts / Barfly by Buddha-Bar
Interior Designer: George V Eatertainment and Design Wapler & Associates
Photography: North Digital

We were delighted to have been involved in the first upmarket brand from the Irish pub group and in such a prestigious location. The interiors designed by Frank Ennis and Associates are industrial eclectic with a wide collection of nostalgia, decorative pieces, and varied materials. The large venue is also divided into different areas of experience to cater for a range of guests. Our brief was to work closely with the brand and designers to create a lighting scheme for all front-of-house areas and for all times of operation. The biggest challenge presented to us was the sheer number of visual elements, structures, materials, and textures on the walls and ceilings. Added to this were the performance areas with theatrical lighting, video displays, and high atmosphere. These had to be balanced, prioritised, and enhanced with a sympathetic and dynamic lighting strategy. Special care and attention were given to the selection of luminaires that were either rustic, theatrical or industrial in aesthetic to match the theme of the interior, all the while retaining good light performance. All the luminaires throughout the project are digitally controlled to allow us to set a variety of moods and atmospheres throughout the hours of operation and within the different areas of activity.

Client: Hilton Hotels and Resorts / Factory by McGettigan’s
Interior Designer: Frank Ennis & Associates
Photography: North Digital

Continuing our relationship with Fabled Studio, dpa are pleased to present Duck & Waffle, Edinburgh. This exciting, saturated, surrealist neon dream was a fantastically fun experience for our designers. Warm–dim, quasi-theatrical projectors form the backbone of the lighting scheme, suspended from theatrical trussing at high level and producing dramatic accentuation for the dining tables.

Integrated linear LED is tucked within concealed detailing throughout and is particularly effective around the live kitchen / dining stations, which are all presented on an elevated stage platform, floated with light. Flat panel LED lighting is integrated into the bar and service station shelving to create sparkle through the bottles and glassware. At the open bar, this is all reflected inside a giant, polished whiskey still canopy above.

Modernity is mixed with tradition in the private dining spaces, where you can dine with an audience of refined Scottish waterfowl, all properly illuminated with dedicated artwork lighting. The scheme is brought together with neon signage throughout.

Client: SUSHISAMBA
Project Manager: Gardiner & Theobold
Interior Designer: Fabled Studio
Photography: Courtesy of Duck & Waffle

The ship allows for completely distinct zones for different themes, moods and experiences. dpa worked in close collaboration with MSC and the extensive architectural design team across the plethora of venues, which includes 33 restaurants, speciality restaurants, bars and lounges, to sculpt a vibrant cosmopolitan environment for the varied guest experience.

Owner: MSC Cruises
Builder: Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France
Architects/Design Team: De Jorio Design International, AD Associates, SMC Design, YSA Design, Tillberg Design of Sweden, Studio Daz
Photography: Courtesy MSC Cruises, Photographer: Ivan Sarfatti

MSC World Europa, Pizza & Burger

MSC World Europa, MSC Signature Casino

KOYN restaurant in Mayfair, housed within the renovated building formerly occupied by the US Embassy and Canadian High Commission and set back within the Grosvenor Square development, has a striking first impression.

The food offering showcases a broad spectrum of Japanese cuisine with a stunning sushi bar at ground floor, and a Robata counter at lower ground providing the theatre of open fire cooking. The lower ground floor is also complemented with a private dining space and is connected to the upper floor by a striking staircase lit with concealed linear lighting to the steps and walls. The bar is nestled in the corner of the ground floor in dark and moody tones of wood and natural stones and lit to reveal the specialist drinks and objects on display.

The lighting provides a cohesive approach to exposing and expressing the interesting materials throughout the restaurant and bar. Always concealed, allowing only the materials and any decorations to be seen as well as, of course, the food to provide visual interest to each table and bar & counter throughout.

Client: LSL Capital
Interior Designer: Fabled Studio
Project Manager: Emmaus Consulting
M&E Consultant: Barlows MEP Services Ltd
Photography: James McDonald