Camp and Furnace
Liverpool
Services
- Architecture
- Interiors
Team
- Client and Contractor: Camp and Furnace
Area
- X sqm
Cost
- £X
Project Overview
Architectural Emporium have designed a number of the changes to Camp and Furnace over the years to update the building and improve its operation. Camp and Furnace was conceived as a large-scale arts venue within a series of warehouses. AE were first employed to re-line the entrance funnel, rationalise internal spaces and to create mezzanine levels within Camp to enlarge the capacity. More recently AE transformed the building visually and functionally.
“We always have a fantastic experience working with Architectural Emporium, their guidance has been invaluable throughout our many projects. Toby and Anna have showed remarkable patience and clarity at every stage, consistently steering us towards solutions that are simple, practical, and entirely appropriate for our spaces. Rather than overcomplicating designs, they encouraged us to focus on what truly works—both operationally and aesthetically. One of the most valuable lessons they instilled in us is the power of restraint. Stripping elements back, rather than continuously adding more, has often created a far stronger and more authentic outcome. This approach has fundamentally shaped how we think about our venues and has led to cleaner, more confident environments. Architectural Emporium combine thoughtful design with real-world practicality, and their calm, considered approach makes the entire process feel straightforward and collaborative. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
Paul Speed, Executive Director, Camp & Furnace
Proposals re-imagined the lobby area, with a new bespoke (Crittal style) glazed entrance screen and vestibule, a lighting rig and a general arrangement that massively increases capacity of the space by rationalising the entrances into the space.
In Camp, the capacity was extended by creating new toilets, extending the bar, relocating the cellar and proposing new internal finishes. Furnace is altered with a simple programmable strip lighting solution that allows the space to change to suit its various events. A new back bar promotes products and provides secure storage of spirits.
