We were approached by Mustard to create a flexible dining and event space on the first floor of this already well established local restaurant. The existing space was not working and was cold and uninviting. We wanted to create an create a space that felt like it was part of the history of the building and that was warm and inviting. To achieve this we took inspiration from the working men’s clubs of Manchester and old diners from across the States. We used a combination of wood and leather to create warmth and vintage vinyl tiles on the floor for a sense of nostalgia. The opal glass lights contrast with the heavier wood to give the dining space a lighter touch.