Project:
Vendome Knightsbridge, London (page
54 issue 11) Blacksheep,
of ‘Cuckoo Club’ fame - see ‘myspace’ issue 6 - was
established in 2002 by designers and co-founders, Jo Sampson and Tim Mutton.
Star-studded commissions swiftly followed from the likes of Gordon Ramsay, Hermes,
Diageo and Voyage. For
further information,: www.blacksheepweb.com
Blacksheep
This Interior Design and architectural practice has recently completed a lavish
bar and club in Knightsbridge called ‘Vendome’. the inspiration
for which is best described by lead designer,Vicki Wilson:
“The concept behind this project was to try and make reference to the
high end surroundings and clientele of Vendome’s location …. by
tapping into recognised luxury items such as designer bags and luggage as our
inspiration, we wanted to create an interior that suggested the quality, glamour
and excitement you may feel when visiting the neighbouring shops”.
Striking interior visuals include the 6 metre-long, bespoke-designed bar in
polished white stone with a patterned panel front inspired by a vintage handbag,
then clad in glass; a bird of paradise patterned wallpaper by Osborne &
Little adorning the angled wall behind the DJ Booth and the 4 feature columns;
ostrich-leather trunk seating and ivory fabric banquettes; all reflected by
the crystal wall-lights by Cameron Peters and Swarovski. A ‘du jour’
location without doubt.