Midlands Arts Centre’s reinvigorated KILN restaurant embraces an eco-friendly ethos throughout its fresh and funky design

Under the guidance of 2G Design & Build, the eatery has been transformed from a casual canteen offering a snack- based menu to a more formal and sophisticated setting where guests can enjoy locally sourced, sustainable produce, served to their table.
Setting the scene for the change in direction, an eye- catching terrazzo-effect hosting stand, composed of large format Attract tiles, greets guests on arrival. The desk’s engineered marble composition augments the restaurant’s ‘green’ credentials while its creamy base, decorated with warm mustard, burnt orange, peach and charcoal stones, creates a theatrical visual.
The venue’s rich retro palette of teal and terracotta is complemented by the cerulean tones of Mariana, and dove colouring of Luxury, which adorn the walls, while a dazzling apron composed of Solus’ Sparken tiles, featuring marble-based engineered stone, has been laid in front of the bar, its nostalgic chroma beautifully enhancing the space. A subtle yet stylish ivory wall of crackle-effect Catton tiles sits behind the counter.
2G Design & Build Designer Aisling Ryan said: “Solus’ tiles played an important role in helping us to meet our brief of composing a relaxed and appealing atmosphere with an emphasis on ethical design. “Each of the products adds a hint of intrigue to the restaurant’s retro palette, while the composite material content of Sparken and Attract builds on the eco-friendly vibe. The visually impressive hosting stand offers a formal first impression, signalling the move away from a casual canteen-style of service towards a more refined dining experience.”
“With sustainability in mind in was important that all products supplied were both high in recycled content and sourced from both EPD and ISO14001 certified manufacturers. This was achieved with all products having at least 40% recycled content, including the Terrazzo effect reception desk and bar surround containing > 80% recycled material.” Lee Simmonds Solus Area Sales Manager
