Sketch in Mayfair has unveiled a bold new entrance design by French artist Camille Walala, created in collaboration with Grey Goose Vodka for the London Design Festival. The installation, which transforms the restaurant's entrance into a vibrant abstract cityscape, will be on display until November 10.
Signature style meets iconic restaurant
Camille Walala, known for her funky Dream Come True building in Shoreditch, has applied her signature style to Sketch's entrance. The design features geometric patterns in a '70s-inspired colour palette of reds, purples, greens, and black and white, influenced by the Memphis movement, Ndebele art, and Victor Vasarely.
The space has been furnished with a pair of retro purple chairs by French interior designer Pierre Paulin. The installation is visible as soon as guests walk into the restaurant, creating an immediate visual impact.
Special programme of food and drink
While the installation is running, Sketch will offer a special programme of food, drink, and experiences. This includes a selection of Grey Goose cocktails, such as a vodka martini and the 'Blueprint', a concoction of white peach and rosemary vodka with peach liqueur, fresh lemon, and rosemary bitters.
Walala said of her piece: 'I love the feel of sketch, the design of it, it's such an original, creative and inspiring place. I've been touched to be asked to work on the entrance. My work is always inspired by architecture and the shapes I find in the everyday and with this piece, I wanted something warm, but bold: I want people to smile the moment they walk in.'
Commitment to arts and design
Sketch, which is known for its Instagrammable interiors from egg toilet cubicles to dining rooms hung with woven cocoons, has demonstrated a continued commitment to the arts. The restaurant's focus on aesthetics does not come at the expense of its food, which remains genuinely impressive.
The installation is part of the London Design Festival, and the collaboration with Grey Goose Vodka adds a unique element to the experience. The entrance redesign is expected to attract both regular patrons and design enthusiasts alike.
