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  1. The Sir Thomas Liverpool – Hotel Bar Refurb

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    Stylish Hotel Bar Refurb and Re-design

    The Sir Thomas Hotel, located in the heart of Liverpool has undergone an extensive restaurant and bar refurb. Combining welcoming rooms and design with traditional 18th Century architecture.

    The brasserie and bar had seen a major makeover. Maintaining the original spirit of the building, it has been re imagined with a fresh colour scheme and modern feel.

    Bar top with pronounced drop edge in copper stratos metallic marble

    Wroot Design Liverpool

    Wroot Design  have worked on numerous projects with the owners, allowing them a better understanding of their needs and requirements. They suggested integrating  the rich heritage of the building with modern design for a timeless appeal.

    Fiona Wroot, Director at Wroot Design, commented on the project:

    “The Sir Thomas bar, restaurant and reception hadn’t been refurbished for about 14 years so they needed bringing up to date and given a whole new identity. That is what we were tasked with doing. In terms of a brief the client wanted something fresher, more modern and up to date that was flexible for the many varied events they host at the restaurant and bar.”

    New Bar Design

    The design includes the new metallic marble finish from Versital on the columns using Versital Panels, as well as custom made bar tops. The marble finish is a nod towards the traditional style of the hotel, whilst the subtle metallic veining taps into a more contemporary feel.

    Wroot design placed strong emphasis on lighting, making the space more inviting during the day. In the evening it can made cosy and intimate. The perfect solution for a busy hotel.

    The Sir Thomas metallic marble copper bar with sitting

    Again, Fiona Wroot commented:

    “It’s a lot lighter and brighter. Essentially, before it was a lot more like a gentleman’s club with dark leather couches and carpets. That’s all gone and it’s now a place that’s light and bright during day but can transition easily into an intimate and cosy space at night. It’s now a very comfortable place to sit in, no matter what time of the day.”

    Versital’s Copper Stratos metallic marble finish has been used by the designers not only due to its incredible stain and water resisting properties, but also for its modern beautiful finish. It works perfectly with the very modern greenery wall.

    The Sir Thomas bar picture

    Gemma Stockberger from Versital Commented:

    “At Versital UK, we offer a completely unique product – being the most true to life imitation marble you will find on the market, whilst also being totally waterproof and stain resistant. We take great pride in the manufacture of each item, paying attention to the smallest detail.”
    “Our customer service is second to none and our aim is to provide our clients with a stress free, simple buying process which ensures repeat business.”

    For more information on our marble bar tops or our metallic marble take a look at information guide. If you would like advice, samples or wish to place an order for a bar tops or table tops, please call us on 01204380780, or email us at sales@versital.co.uk.

  2. Mixology 2017 : Versital Finalist Second Year Running for Top Interior Design Award

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    Luxury surface manufacturer, Versital is a finalist for the second year in a row in the ‘Product of the Year: Surface’ category for the Mixology North Awards 2017.

    Versital is delighted to announce that its signature ‘faux’ cultured marble surface material has been selected yet again as a finalist for a prestigious design award. This year the brand new ‘Metallic Marble’ finish has been short listed as a contender for product of the year.

    Mixology award finalist 2017 metallic marble

    The Mixology Awards acknowledge the very best in design; awarding products that bring something truly unique to the industry. The shortlist was selected by a panel of judges made up of architects and industry experts. Finalists have been judged based on a criteria that considered factors such as sustainability, design originality, aesthetics, ease of use and commercial viability.

    Gemma Stockberger, Marketing Director for Versital, comments

    “We couldn’t be more delighted to have been short listed for the second year in a row for our brand new Metallic Marble finishes. A Mixology award is the stamp of approval in the interior design and hospitality industry. Our surfaces bring a fantastic solution to the industry and have been specified in a number of upmarket projects both in the North and the rest of the UK this year, including Whitbread and Mitchells & Butlers.”

    The Mixology North Awards were created by the team behind the highly regarded design publication, Mix Interiors, to support and recognise the many dynamic brands within the interior design industry, regardless of their size. The winners will be announced on the 7th December 2017 in a ceremony at Manchester Central that will be attended by over 800 members of the interior design community.

    Versital’s product offering for the hospitality sector includes bespoke bar tops, table tops, washroom vanities, shower trays and shower panels in faux marble and granite, as well as high gloss and high sparkle finishes. Versital’s shares the same classic and stylish looks as the natural material, however is non-porous, 100% waterproof and stain resistant, and is available in a vast range of colours and made to order sizes and shapes.

    For more information on Versital’s marble bar tops, table tops or washroom surfaces you can view on our website, or call us direct on 01204380780 to speak to one of the team.

  3. Versital Marble Tops & Panels specified in Chaophraya

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    Versital Marble Bar Tops specified in Chaophraya Newcastle’s Thai Transformation

    Versital is delighted to have been specified in Chaophraya, a contemporary Thai restaurant in Newcastle. The restaurant has recently undergone a £1.55 million transformation that offers an impressive blend of contemporary Thai cuisine in unique surroundings.

    Stunning Marble Bar Top

    Versital supplied a stunning three meter marble bar top and marble panels to meet the brief of ‘classic elegance’.

    Marble bar tops and panels by Versital at Thai restaurant Chaophraya in Newcastle

     

    The restaurant, based in Eldon Square near Grey’s Monument, offers modern Thai dishes and authentic surroundings with items sourced from Thailand on display. Chaophraya Business Manager, Simon Wright says:

    Practical Solution for Delicious but Messy Food

    “While it is indeed delicious, Thai food can be messy and therefore prone to staining. We needed a practical solution for our new restaurant that would project an opulent and authentic look, while still being fit for purpose and keep looking as good as new for a long time. Versital’s bespoke faux marble means we now have the best of both worlds for our restaurant – a beautiful, premium marble bar and ‘pass’, without the drawbacks of the naturally porous material.”

     

    White marble servery at Chaophraya restaurant Newcastle using Versital cultured marble

    Stain Resistant Marble Alternative 

    Versital’s 100% non-porous stone resin panels, bar tops and table tops are made to measure allowing you to specify the exact shape and size required. They are available in over 90 colours and finishes such as marble, granite, sparkle and high gloss.

    “There are so many benefits of opting for cultured marble within the hospitality environment.  Not only is it stain proof, non-porous and easy to clean, it can also designed to a completely bespoke dimensions, shapes and sizes. Faux marble has been known to last for more than 30 years in the restaurant environment. We are delighted with the final result for Chaophraya.”
    Gemma Stockberger, Head or Marketing and Sales for Versital UK

    Waterproof and stain resistant marble tops and panels

    Versital worked closely alongside designers JMDA who specified Versital for this beautiful restaurant refurb, as well as main contractor and installer to ensure and smooth process from beginning to end.

    Service & Support From Inception To Completion

    “Versital provided a brilliant service throughout the project. From inception, design, procurement, right through to the construction phase; they supported the project team in ensuring delivery of a brilliant product from across various bespoke joinery items such as the bar/ kitchen pass & waiters stations”.
    Dan Lewis, Project Manager at Medlock and installation manager for this project.

    White marble bar area with gold edge detail

    Easy To Maintain

    Not only does the customer benefit from the beautiful aesthetics of Versital marble, it of course comes with all the benefits you’d expect from our marbles. Versital is extremely hygienic offering the anti-bacterial protection of SteriTouch, as well as being waterproof and easy to clean.

    WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DESIGNERS

    As well as manufacturing to design specification we are also on hand to offer advice to designers to help create the vision they have whilst being a practical real-world solution. We often have designers who approach us with a brief and initial design who may need advice making it work in practice.
    We were able to offer our expertise in creating a beautiful custom drop edge detail. It really helps to work alongside experienced designers.
    Our aim is to take the stress away from the designer and end client and work alongside other trades to get a good end result.
    As well as being a beautiful marble finish it offers the benefits of being extremely hygienic, easy to clean and non-porous so will not stain

    Gemma Stockberger, Director

    For more information of Versital Marble bar tops and panels take a look at our past projects. You can contact us direct for a quotation, or call us on 01204380780.