MR PORTER, UK

Lighting design at the Mr. Porter London Steakhouse is a key element of the dining experience, blending functionality with a dramatic aesthetic to create a sophisticated and intimate atmosphere. The lighting works to highlight the restaurant’s luxurious materials and unique design features while guiding the guest’s eye and creating a sense of privacy and warmth.The design uses a variety of lighting techniques to achieve its effect. Low-level ambient lighting, often from hidden sources or recessed fixtures, establishes a moody, exclusive feel. This is complemented by accent lighting, which spotlights key architectural elements, artwork, or the textures of materials like copper and brass. Pendants and chandeliers, often sculptural in nature, serve as both functional light sources and artistic focal points, drawing attention and adding a sense of grandeur to the space.This layered approach ensures that while the overall light level is subdued, specific areas like tables are well-lit for diners. The use of warm colour temperatures adds to the inviting ambiance, making the space feel comfortable and luxurious. In essence, the lighting at Mr. Porter is a deliberate design choice that transforms the dining room into a stage, where the food, the decor, and the guests are all part of a curated, theatrical experience.

• Integrated architectural lighting involves embedding hidden fixtures within key features like a spiral staircase, bar, mirrors, and wall elements.
• Using narrow beam spotlights for focused, dramatic illumination.
• Decorative suspended lighting fixture above the welcome desk, kitchen top dining and seating area illuminating the tables surface.