When reviving this tired section of the RACV City Club in Melbourne CBD, we envisioned a space that blended premium elegance with a warm and home-like ambiance. The end result is a wine bar that feels approachable, yet offers a refined and sophisticated experience for club members and their guests.
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Location
Melbourne CBD
The Traditional Custodians of this land
Wurundjeri people
Completion Year
2021
Gross Floor Area
150m²
Services
Interior Design
Architecture
Architecture
Photographer
Emily Bartlett
“It was essential to create a space that would allow RACV Club Members to feel at home and at ease; furniture was selected for its comfort factor, lighting is low and indirect, and natural, textural materials add warmth and softness. All these elements come together to create a comfortable and home-like feel.”
– Steve McKeag, Director
Furniture and Finishes
'Traffic Light' from Grazia and Co. in Custom Walnut Stain
'Traffic Light' from Grazia and Co. in Custom Walnut Stain
Timber Veneer in '2 Limed Walnut' from New Age Veneers
Timber Veneer in '2 Limed Walnut' from New Age Veneers
French Oak Herringbone Timber Floors from Woodcut
French Oak Herringbone Timber Floors from Woodcut
Diiva Swivel Stool from Grazia and Co. in Panorama Alligator
Diiva Swivel Stool from Grazia and Co. in Panorama Alligator
Fetherston Scape Armchair from Grazia and Co. in Meteor
Fetherston Scape Armchair from Grazia and Co. in Meteor
Exclusive experience
“The Club’s eclectic offering of wines is displayed as a sculptural extension to the back bar sweeping around the corner, enabling the patrons to engage, admire and personally select their wine.
…In addition to cosy booth areas, spacious seating and a modern tasting table, Technē has also incorporated secure whisky lockers where Members can purchase and display their favourite bottles and access them when they visit.”
– Architecture and Design Magazine