SETA

SYDNEY, 2020

PROJECT OVERVIEW...

Seta’s concept was to create a premium contemporary Italian restaurant in a stunning heritage building, Australia’s 1st Savings Bank dating from 1849, that provided a unique, refined yet exciting ambience suitable for one of the country’s top Italian restaurants, creating an inviting, comfortable slice of La Dolce Vita which embraces the tradition, history and culture of Italy, blending the deep warmth of “yesteryear” with stunning “wow” features, setting the hopeful scene of enchanted reminiscence.

Blending rich, deep red "old world" Jarrah wood wall panelling with custom copper inlaid detailing and a custom hand-cut marble mosaic floor to evoke the ambience of ageless Venetian Italian restaurants, mixed with Rosewood-hued custom-designed furniture and custom-designed lighting, all under a stunning heritage Victorian-period ceiling.

 We have also featured hand-laid marquetry within curved, illuminated timber framing for the dramatic 4 metre high bar as well as the theatre kitchen with its unique sheer curtain cladding behind super-clear glass.

 Golden onyx was also featured throughout the venue as well as a custom designed mirror bar top with silver mirror cut-outs from a heritage Venetian damask fabric pattern.

 Most of the fit-out was imported including the marble Crudo Bar surround, and wine refrigerators with in-built chandeliers – all of it bespoke and made-to-order.  The kitchen also features a world-class Marrone cooking island custom manufactured in Italy.

Blending the variety of ageless, bespoke features and custom-designed furniture in a classical former bank building, sets the scene for what is hoped to be an equally timeless Italian dining experience.

 SERVICES PROVIDED...

Concept Creation, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Kitchen & Bar Design, Illumination Design, Planning.

AWARDS…

Winner Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide Awards, One Hat, 2021

Shortlist Restaurant & Bar Design Awards, London, 2021