The original brief was to create an unapologetically fine dining restaurant – modern, elegant and uncomplicated. The colour palette used earthy tones of umber, limestone and carbon and makes use of natural oak and sustainable Dekton. We were excited when Stuart Ralston approached us to create the design for his newest project, and were thrilled to be given free rein in terms of the interior architecture + design. Having a list of stunning restaurants from Stuart Ralston which he admired […]
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Buff at St Ninian’s Manse
Following the successful interior refurbishment of the buff concept store, GRAS embarked on a transformative journey with the clients, thoughtfully redecorating the office spaces within the A-listed former St Ninian’s Manse in Leith, Edinburgh. The client’s aim was to cultivate a serene and contemplative oasis conducive to expanding the studio’s offerings towards contemplative well-being rituals. The project encompassed internal redecoration and bespoke furniture fabrication, drawing on GRAS’s fruitful collaboration with Edinburgh’s artisan, Daniel Brophy. The chosen material palette for this […]
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Mar Lodge is a highland estate in western Aberdeenshire, Scotland, which has been owned and managed by the National Trust for Scotland since 1995. Its principal building, Mar Lodge, is about 4 miles west of the village of Braemar. Part of The trust’s Connoisseurs’ Collection, the Lodge contains 5 luxurious Adam Revival-style apartments offering self-catering accommodation for up to 33 guests. Set amid magnificent Scottish countryside, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, Mar Lodge Estate is surrounded by […]
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The Lower Gilmore Place development, situated by the Union Canal, boasts five impressive peaks that rise high above the canal’s historic walls. The development was designed to harmonise with its aquatic surroundings, emphasising a domestic atmosphere. In total, there are 69 apartments catering specifically to students in the Lochrin Basin, some of which offer views of the castle, while others overlook a charming south-facing courtyard and garden. These apartments have been meticulously designed to incorporate modern multifunctional amenities that create […]
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The new Supersuite at the OVO Hydro is a fantastic addition to the Hydro Club’s premium seating offer. 442 was lead interior and graphic design on the project alongside Holmes Miller architects and Arup engineering. Recognising changing customer attitudes away from formal corporate event dining, we worked with the client to realise the opportunity to open up three existing separate suites to create one larger, less formal 56-seat Supersuite. This offers greater flexibility for booking and easier access for smaller […]
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