Inspired by the Great Exhibition of 1851, the Champagne Bar at the exhibition space at Decorex embraced the best of Victorian design with sumptuous fabrics, opulent finishes and historic detailing. Throughout the design process Shalini Misra referenced original drawings, paintings and advertisements as inspiration and reimagined key elements with a contemporary twist. One such feature is the dramatic central canopy that took centre stage in the original exhibition. The Bar featured a similar plush canopy in red – to celebrate the show’s ruby anniversary – with bespoke gold bullion fringing from Samuel & Sons.
