afroditi krassa: oriel brasserie in sloane square, london

‘oriel brasserie’ by afroditi krassa in sloane square, london all images © S canetty-clarke

london-based design studio afroditi krassa has completed ‘oriel’, a brasserie located in terminal 3 of london’s heathrow airport. the restaurant is a relaunch of the eatery’s original sloane square location. as an homage to a period in history when traveling was a luxury, the eatery reflects the 1930’s art deco movement with the textures, colors and geometric motif of the era. the custom-made features include the metal work, herringbone patterned mosaic floor and the curved banquettes. behind the bar, a graphic collection of old station clocks and vintage travel photographs hang off the hook and train screens to remind the users of the original location. the entire concept of the restaurant was given a new visual language, including an updated logo and graphic typeface. ‘oriel’, serves a selection of classic french food with a modern take.

mirror detail

  view of bar area

the back bar showcases old station clocks set to different time zones

bar with art deco detailing

view from entrance

seating and light details

main entrance