Electroplated Oiled Light Bronze Finish for Bars by Astor Metal Finishes

Electroplated Oiled Light Bronze Finish for Bars by Astor Metal Finishes.

Tucked beneath The Establishment in Sydney's CBD, Palmer & Co is an atmospheric whiskey bar that transports guests to the Prohibition era. Operated by the renowned Merivale group, the venue's 1920s-inspired aesthetic, paired with its curated selection of food and drinks, offers an immersive speakeasy experience. To help bring this distinctive vision to life, Palmer & Co's designers collaborated with Astor to craft and supply custom finishes that celebrate the bar's moody elegance and vintage charm.

The interior showcases vaulted brick ceilings, copper light fixtures, leather-topped tables, and a mix of timber and tiling- all complemented by Astor's electroplated oiled light bronze finish, TUCANA NATURAL Light Brown Bronze Oiled. The use of a lighter bronze tone marked a bold move from the designers, diverging from the traditionally darker hues. This forward-thinking choice has since sparked broader interest and popularity for the lighter tone among specifiers.

Electroplated Oiled Light Bronze Finish for Bars by Astor Metal Finishes.

Astor also fabricated wide, curved aluminium edge strips for the bar and banquette seating, including foot rails, while 100 x 3mm aluminium flat bars were bent to form custom handles for joinery units that function as both display cabinets and room dividers- merging form with function in perfect harmony.

This project reflects how thoughtful material choices and expert fabrication can enhance storytelling through design- setting the tone for a space that's as visually captivating as it is historically inspired. Check out more details about this project at astormetalfinishes.com