Bespoke build
After returning to site from the Christmas Break, the focus was on the interior fit-out. The electrical wiring within the lounge area was completed along with the panelling.
Previously the client had mentioned they liked the cabin to resemble something of the Caribbean, or the restaurant chain, Turtle Bay, To give the cabin a more rustic / softer look we lined the walls with timber salvaged from old palettes. The timbers all had their own unique colouring and textures and using the timbers created a parquet tiled floor.
One of the risks with using palettes is that if they have been outside for any length of time, they can sometimes be prone to wood-worm. To mitigate this risk we vetted every timber for the tell tale signs and on the reverse side of the timbers painted on a preventive treatment that lasts up to 5 years.
As progress continued with the wood work, other features like the TV bracket lighting was installed and commissioned.
Once the lounge area was completed, it was time to work on what would become the bar area. This area of the cabin was particularly tricky as their was a lot being fitted into a very small space. To summarise there was a electric boiler / dishwasher / double can cooler / mini wine cooler. Above the main bar was a suspended shelf that would eventually house all the clients extensive whiskey and spirt collection. On opposite ends was a double alcove that is designed for their expensive drinking glasses.
With careful planning, while it was extremely tight with measurements, everything was fitted within a Nat's whisker.
As the works continued, the worktop went in and the bar area was really starting to take shape.
Within the right hand side alcove on the floating shelf, there is the electrical fuse box. To disguise the box, but make it easy to access, we created a easy dismountable floating shelf that can be easily accessed.
The alcove had hidden lighting added to illuminate the space.
Laleham, Surrey
Laleham, Surrey