Covent Garden was an exercise in reading the existing architecture and translating it into something tactile and contemporary. The surrounding context—Georgian proportions, Gothic detailing, and the ordered rhythm of the market—naturally led us toward the language of the grid.

This grid becomes the organising principle of the space. It moves across surfaces and scales—expressed through tiled floors, panelled walls, bespoke joinery and shelving—shifting between two and three dimensions to create a layered, textured environment. There is a consistency to it, but also variation, allowing the space to feel structured without becoming rigid.











Materially, the palette balances richness and warmth. Deep reds in gloss finishes sit against natural woods, glass and stone, while chrome and reflective surfaces are used sparingly to catch light and add depth.

Seating and layout follow the same thinking—intimate tables, bench seating and more enclosed basement areas create a series of smaller moments within the whole. The intention is to echo the energy of the surrounding streets and market, but translate it into something more contained and considered.








Photography by Felix Speller
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WATCHHOUSE COVENT GARDEN
London