The Cut and Craft is a luxurious restaurant and bar in the Victoria Quarter, Leeds and sits within a prestigious grade II listed building. The former Collinson’s café regularly hosted band leader Wallace Hartley who had often played as part of the orchestra, well-known for his position as Band Master on the Titanic. Used as an underlying design concept, the luxury of the Titanic and the craftmanship involved, combined with nods to oceanic colours, textures and its metallic qualities was the inspiration behind the interior design of The Cut and Craft.
Mistry Lighting worked closely with Studio Two interiors to highlight the original architectural features of the building whilst adding layers of lighting to create drama and impact, drawing your attention to the richly detailed elements. The listed building is a playground of architectural character from stained glass windows to grand staircases and embossed columns.
The grand ceilings lend themselves to the suspension of large bespoke pendants, inviting you through the space to a circular bar situated at the heart of the building – the ultimate spot to have a drink beneath the feature dome which towers above you. A combination of beam angles to the dome highlights the architectural window frames that encompass the intricate dome whilst creating a focal point for visitors to acknowledge the restaurants beauty and history.
The integration of lighting was key to the success of this project. Being a listed building, there are many limitations to where lighting can be installed. We worked closely with Studio Two to discreetly house the lighting within bespoke joinery details so we could illuminate the features whilst respecting and celebrating the original details of the building.
The result is a dynamic and creative lighting design, illuminating opulent features and rich decorative hues for a space that is impactful, atmospheric, and meets the brief perfectly to bring the history and luxury of The Cut & Craft to life.
