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Hospitality Awards: AHEAD Middle East & Africa Shortlist

Pedro Nogueira — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 13:00:51 +0000

Hospitality Awards AHEAD, recognising exceptional hospitality experience and design. The winners of the inaugural AHEAD MEA Awards were announced at The Meydan Hotel on 14 November 2018, at an equestrian-inspired ceremony. Although the European winner has already been announced, Counter and Bar Stools wants to inspire you with the MEA shortlist of bar, club and lounge category.

Marking the end of the current AHEAD 2017-2018 cycle, the winners of AHEAD MEA will now progress to compete with other regional winners in a Global Finale, with the results announced on Monday 28 January 2019.

At the category bar, club or lounge of AHEAD Hospitality Awards the nominated were judge for exceptional design, contributing to the hospitality experience, of a distinct area within a hotel that is primarily dedicated to drinking.

Winner- Flair No.5 at The Ritz-Carlton – DIFC Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Flair No.5 is an outdoor bar and lounge in the Ritz Carlton, DIFC. With botanical cocktails, herb-infused drinks and floral-inspired sharing menus, in a garden space make the winner of Hospitality Awards an urban jungle in the heart of Dubai.

Noépe at Park Hyatt Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Noépe stands out for its attractive waterside location. Perched alongside the marina, overlooking the boats and the creek beyond, this AHEAD integrant of Hospitality Awards has recently undergone a refurbishment and renovation.

White timber shutters create a loose divide between the indoor and outdoor areas, connecting the terrace and bringing the outside in. As part of the renovation, the terrace has been extended to cleverly maximise the striking waterfront views, whilst sheer curtains have been added to divide it into smaller, more intimate spaces.

Seventy Seventy at Park Hyatt Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The Seventy Seventy based at the Park Hyatt Dubai is a previously under-utilized mezzanine area above the Traiteur restaurant. This AHEAD integrant of MEA shortlist – Hospitality Awards has benefited from a major design overhaul boasted of a very comfortable and residential feel, with a heavy dose of the 1970s. Visitors are given a glimpse of what to expect with some accessories and design elements spilling into the hotel corridor. Beyond the impressive door, there is a definite nod to 70’s music, fashion and style.

Danish design classics are dotted around on a traditional black slate brick floor, punctuated by wool and sisal rugs. A bar counter sits in the corner of the space, ready to serve drinks and small bites to guests.

The Willaston Bar at The Silo, Cape Town, South Africa

The Willaston Bar at The Silo Hotel in Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront is an exquisite AHEAD integrant of MEA shortlist welcoming guests with their selection of crafted cocktails, classic drinks and an indulgent variety of local and international wines.

Situated on the sixth floor of the hotel, The Willaston Bar is named after the first ship to export grain from the original silo complex back in 1924. The other stunning finalist of Hospitality Awards showcases some of the Cape Town´s most extraordinary views through the 5.5m high pillowed glass windows there is no better place to enjoy a classic cocktail or a glass of wine from the carefully crafted and ever-evolving list of local and international wines.

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Written by Marta Moura

Discover the best bar decor ideas from London bars to steal

Pedro Nogueira — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 13:54:36 +0000

London is world-knowing for the traditional´s pubs. But today, Counter and Bar Stools has pulled together a list of London´s very best bar decor ideas you can steal from London bars. So, to prove a point, we want to inspire you with a sample of the most sophisticated and mesmerizing cocktail bars that will let you with the desire to sit up in a fantastic bar chair and just enjoyed the night.

Gabeto by Keane

This Cuban-influenced restaurant bar is taking up one massive stable block in Camden Market and can accommodate from 20- 350 guests. The bar decor idea makes use of its converted warehouse setting, twinned exposed brickwork and dark wood flooring against art pieces and neon signs lights hanging on the wall. Moving from the first floor, you are led into the dining room by an industrial staircase before being greeted by high-level dining booths and retro furniture. For drinks, they deliver cocktails and a carefully curated wine list.

Clarette by Alexandre Waterworth Interiors

Clarette is a deliciously posh spot that makes buying two types of public. In the first floor, it´s a very swanky wine bar set within a classic bar decor ideas, Clarette is a curious mash-up between a modern pub and traditional cocktail bar. There are lavish pink velvet modern bar stools and marble luxury furniture, but also grille windows and a couple of weird painted glass crest.

Brickfields by Gruff Ltd

With only 2 years old, Brickfields is a modern bar offering a vast array of drinks and food. It´s a good place for a late night drinking and meeting friends. An uncompromising modern with modern bar stools, stylish place with a cool atmosphere and energetic crowd, the customers can relax after a hectic busy day.

Little Bird by Inhouse Design

With a sunny holiday vibe with a background in interiors, the cocktail bar outdoor terrace creates botanical and fruity concoctions. In the inside, we can find original artworks and a bright color scheme reflecting its tropical style. Inhouse Design makes an interior design concept full of light and airy with lots of foliage and intimate tables, making the perfect mood for a late night drink or even a happy and relaxed time with friends.

Sake & Whiskey by Victoria Vogel

This bar is a true chameleon. It can adapt itself to cater for intimate dinners for 10 to an all-out house party for 250. A series of open spaces, intricate rooms, and outdoor terraces boast their own unique bar decor ideas. Different philosophies and eras are represented visually in a patchwork of risqué, eclectic wallpapers, exquisite marble bar stool, and sleek yet welcoming luxury furniture.

The Allegory by Fusion Design and Architecture

The Allegory is the latest venture from the Drake & Morgan group. With a modern interior design concept surrounded with a young and refresh atmosphere the bar decor idea has exposed lightbulbs hang from high ceilings; faux-fur pelts rest on the upholstered seats. With 175 covers inside and another 86 outside it´s certainly the right place if you work nearby and need somewhere for a swish business lunch or after-hours dinner and drinks.

Vagabond Wines by Finch Interiors

Vagabond’s a smart-looking place, run by keen, understated, well-informed staff. This is the perfect place to meet friends, enjoy a really amazing bar decor ideas and discover new wines because they have many bottles of wine to choose from, each with an explanation of where they are from/what to pair them with.

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New York best bars to go today – Ophelia, an ecletic jewel

Pedro Nogueira — Sat, 04 Aug 2018 11:19:49 +0000

On the top of the Panhellenic Beekman Tower, in Manhattan’s Midtown District there is one of New York best bars, the Ophelia Lounge, an authentic jewel.

The tower, designed in 1928 by the American Architec John Mead Howells, originally seved as an hotel ad lounge reserved to college graduated women belonging to national Greek-letter sororities. However, in 1930 the space has been opened to the publice and a new era began and the rooftop restaurant has became one of Frank Sinatra, Miles David and Frank Zappa’s favourite place.

Last February the Ophelia lounge opened its doors in this bulding full of history, showing to the world elgant interiors and an incredible panoramic view and combining a sense of intimacy, and confidently-crafted cocktails.

Entering the bar, while emerging from one of the three elevators, the first thing that capture your eyes is the pewter-cast bar, with its stool upholstered in deep red velvet from the italian textile company Alessandro Bini.

Additionally, as a reminder of the place’s past, you’ll find three paneled windows with an original 1920s iron framework, while the walls combine two shades of blue: a Bone China blue and a more modern royal shade.

Along the whole perimeter there are luxurios banquettes, matched to the deep red velvet of the counter stools, Lined to the banquettes we find white marble exagonal tables, while the whole floor is made of black and white tiles.

Being one of New York best bars, the Ophelia Lounge not only surpises you with its incredible interior design, but also with its 360-degree views on the city. In fact, a continuous bank of windows offer you a total rooftop view, both on the north and on the south side.

Kitchen inspiration – how to choose the right modern counter stools

Pedro Nogueira — Mon, 15 Jan 2018 14:53:37 +0000

A lot of kitchens include islands which double as bars or breakfast tables. But deciding whether or not you want a kitchen island is not the only difficult task. Once you got the kitchen inspiration you’re looking for, to find the right kitchen modern counter stools is the next one.

Choose the right height

Chair, bar stool or counter height? To determine which stool you need, measure the height of your table or counter. Keep in mind you need 9″-13″ between the seat and the counter for seating comfort.

Chair stool heights are generally 18″ from floor to seat. Pair with a table or counter 28″-30″ in height;
Kitchen counter stool heights are generally 24″-26″ inches from floor to seat. Pair with a table or counter 36″-39″ in height;
Bar stools heights are generally 28″-30″ from floor to seat. Pair with a table or counter 40″-42″ in height.

Determine how many stools you can fit

It’s important to provide enough space between stools for people to eat, drink and socialize without bumping elbows. Here are the rules of thumb we use:

If the widest part of your stool is 16″-18″ allow 21″-22″ of space per stool.
If the widest part of your stool is 19″- 22″ allow 24″ to 25″ of space per stool.
If you choose stools that swivel and/or have arms, you’ll need to add a bit more space between stools.

Kitchen Grey bar stools at Staffan Tolgard private residence project

Consider the style of stool

Do you want to make a design statement or do you want more discreet seating? Do you want to match or layer materials in your kitchen? And do the stools you really want work in the space you have? Your answers can help you determine the style of stool that will ultimately work in your kitchen.

Luxury feminine bar stools

Midcentury modern counter stools

Midcentury bar stools for kitchen

If your stools are in a busy or narrow corridor or you don’t want a look that overwhelms your island, choose backless seating that can easily tuck away. But if you love to entertain and want something more lounge-worthy, choose a broad-backed stool with deep seating.

Whether the style of your kitchen is traditional, rustic or contemporary, you can find a stool that complements your look. There’s no need to be too matchy-matchy. If, for example, your dining room is adjacent to your kitchen, it’s not necessary to match the style of seating. And if you already have a lot of wood, try mixing it up with metal stools. Keep an open mind, and you’ll find just the right look for your kitchen.

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