Imperial Hotel
Commercial
Location
Sydney, Australia
Land
Gadigal
Type
Commercial
Completion
2017
Size
583 sqm
The Imperial Hotel Erskineville, a historic and revered LGBQTI haven reborn, unfolds as a 'palace of pleasure.' Balancing fantasy with respect for its custodians, this reimagination embodies celebration, rediscovery and the gravity of a profound legacy.
The relaunch of this iconic venue into a dynamic cultural gem explores a theatrical blend of robust materials and a vibrant palette. Priscillas, the ground-floor restaurant, is a cabaret dream with hand-laid masonry, bespoke tiles, and repurposed lighting, paying homage to its cinematic legacy. Illuminated by fringed pendants, the main bar boasts a bespoke fresco ceiling mural.
Design Team
- Sophie Harris Principal Architect
- Jeremy Bull Interior Design
- Larissa Raymond Interior Design
- Madison Fay Interior Design
- Lucy Forlico Interior Design
- Rouda Taouk Interior Design
Build Team
- CD Construction Group
Awards
- 2018 Eat Drink Design Awards Best Bar Design high-commendation
- 2019 Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards Best Use Of Colour Finalist
- 2019 Dulux Colour Awards Commercial Interior - Public And Hospitality Finalist
- 2019 INDE Awards The Social Space shortlist
- 2019 Restaurant & Bar Design Awards Australia & Pacific Restaurant shortlist
- 2019 Surface Awards Restaurant - Full Service - International shortlist
- 2019 IDEA Awards Hospitality shortlist
- 2019 IDEA Awards Colour shortlist
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