Drawing inspiration from the building’s rich heritage, Finkernagel Ross employed a design narrative for the Eat Grill & Barthat intertwines the old-world charm with contemporary allure.

Bespoke installations, joinery, furniture, and lighting were crafted to honour the building’s history alongside the restoration of original features such as the columns and cornices. The result: an immersive space transporting customers from the small town to the glitz and glamour of a big City.

Opened in summer 2023, Eat Grill & Bar has quickly become a coveted destination.

The judges said: ‘The design champions the original features.’

You can enter this year’s awards to get the recognition your product and service deserves today at: fxdesignawards.co.uk/2025/en/page/how-to-enter.

FINALISTS & JUDGES’ COMMENTS

  • Affinité by A.ardon – ‘Love the simplistic natural materials palette’
  • Brooklands at Peninsula London by Archer Humphryes Architects – ‘Very bold design’
  • Transforming “the Old” into “the New” – A New Chinese Tea Drinking Space Reconstructed from an Old Plant by Atelier D+Y – ‘This project masterfully blends tradition, industry, and nature’
  • JinYue (Beijing International Trade Hotel) by Beijing Hantang Landscape Interior Design Co., Ltd. – ‘This extraordinary design is both beautifully conceived and delivered, and creates a hugely impactful, immersive space.’
  • Xingshufu Banouet by BTD International Design – ‘Drama and mystique, an innovative journey and experience created through dramatic spaces and volumes utilising materials, lighting, and form to great effect.’
  • Frank Restaurant by Da Bureau – ‘Immersive design with strong lighting approach against reflective materiality’
  • Ruyuan Restaurant by Hangzhou Jiading Interior Design – ‘A stunning simple, elegant, and dramatic space creating an amazing sense of calm’
  • MoLi by Jingle Design – ‘Completely unique and original design’
  • McDonalds Jeju Oedo Flagship by UXUS – ‘Great take on a familiar brand’
  • Yue Man da Jiang Restaurant by Wooow!Design – ‘Fabulous colour palette’