A full renovation of Sydney’s iconic fine-dining destination sees a new organic space inspired by Peter Gilmore’s celebrated cuisine. By Frank Leggett Quay restaurant has been at the centre of Sydney fine dining for the past 30 years. During that […]
Design
The Boat House
Sitting right on the edge of Lake Burley Griffin, The Boat House, a Canberra classic, was sympathetically updated without losing any of its charm. By Frank Leggett “The impetus for the renovation of The Boat House was to give the […]
The Bavarian Beerhaüs
It was no mean feat turning the historic Royal Snack Bar at the Brisbane Showgrounds into The Bavarian Beerhaüs. By Frank Leggett For years, the Royal Snack Bar at the Brisbane Showgrounds was the place to pick up a few dagwood […]
Montalto
An expansive building with many facets, Montalto quietly engages with the surrounding landscape of the Mornington Peninsula. By Frank Leggett Montalto offers a wide variety of experiences for its visitors. There is a picturesque vineyard, a refined restaurant, a casual dining piazza, […]
Furnishing your restaurant
Furniture is often the biggest part of a fit-out budget—and crucial in setting the tone of a restaurant or cafe. Here, design experts share their tips on furnishing your restaurant—getting your tables, chairs and other pieces just right. By Lynne Testoni The […]
Augello’s Ristorante & Pizzeria
Never underestimate the value of using a bunch of mates and local tradies to complete a major renovation quickly and efficiently. By Frank Leggett Augello’s Ristorante & Pizzeria is situated directly opposite the Mooloolaba beach in Queensland and has gone […]
SkyHigh
A derelict building full of water damage has been transformed into SkyHigh, a mountain-top dining destination with spectacular views. By Frank Leggett John Connellan, the managing director and owner of Connellan Industries, was on holiday in Fiji when he first […]
Hurricane’s Grill in Narellan, NSW
A cold, concrete shell was transformed into Hurricane’s Grill—a big, brash, friendly eating destination. This is the industrial look done right. By Frank Leggett “We first became involved with Hurricane’s Management when we designed one of the group’s restaurants on […]
Jade Temple
Can one great restaurant be transformed into another great restaurant in just three weeks? Yes, it can! By Frank Leggett When architect/interior designer Grant Cheyne contemplated the site for Jade Temple, there was an air of familiarity about the space. […]
Ryan Genesin’s Antica Pizzeria e Cucina
Adelaide designer Ryan Genesin has created a modernist Italian restaurant with a serious nod to the piazzas and laneways of old Napoli. By Kerryn Ramsey When restaurateur Anthony Crea wanted to open a modern Italian establishment that would reference his family […]