TATE
Liverpool
Services
- Architecture
- Conservation (Grade I Listed)
- Interiors
Team
- Client: TATE Liverpool
- Artist: Sir Peter Blake
- Contractor: Specialist Joinery Services
Area
- X sqm
Cost
- £30,000
Project Overview
Tate Liverpool houses a large part of the Tate’s national collection and is a huge visitor attraction. Architectural Emporium worked in conjunction with Sir Peter Blake to transform the cafe. Set within the grade I listed Albert Dock on Liverpool’s waterfront, the warehouse was originally designed by Jesse Hartley and converted by James Stirling into a gallery of international significance.
The cafe was suffering and in need of an overhaul to improve visitor numbers and experiences. A large mural in combination with maritime flags form part of Sir Peter Blake’s work, Everybody Razzle Dazzle. Architectural Emporium designed a bespoke bar, cake shelf, tables and chose new chairs and sofas to create a relaxed, functional and colourful space.
The layout reinforces a better internal flow. Larger sharing tables encourage interaction and create workspace for visitors in quieter periods. A window shelf facilitates contemplation and reflection whilst customers look onto the Albert Dock.
The bar has been altered to improve flow around the café and to improve accessibility with lowered sections. Chairs were chosen to distribute some colour through the space without overpowering the eye catching artwork. Interventions were delivered affordably and stood the test of time prior to the gallery closing in 2025 for major refurbishment.
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