Pip Johnson, Interior Design Studio Behind Two Noble
Pip Johnson Studio is a boutique interior design studio based in Melbourne and the Surf Coast specialising in transformative hospitality and bespoke residential design.
Previous project collaborations with the current Sawyers Arms Tavern hoteliers/client, was the design of Coda Lorne and Movida Lorne at the Lorne Hotel.
Other hospitality projects include Torquay Hotel, Barwon Heads and other established venues along the Bellarine Peninsula
Various residential projects by Pip Johnson are peppered throughout inner Melbourne, Bellarine Peninsula, regional Victoria and NSW.
The Design Approach To Two Noble
Two Noble is located on the top floor of the iconic Sawyers Arms Tavern. Pip’s approach reflected her intention to reinvent and transform the space, while seamlessly integrating a new offering and cuisine into the established venue.
“Two Noble gives the Newtown venue another identity, and we wanted to really activate the space and create a destination that reflects the venue's values and the tailored Asian fusion menu”, said Pip.
The interior design was influenced by the style of cuisine, the intent was to create a warm and relaxed yet refined space with subtle nod to the Asian infused cuisine through the selection of materials, suspended lanterns and curated artwork.
A palette of soft greens, fluted glass with black accents and natural timbers throughout the floor, furniture and joinery creates a warm and textural backdrop. This palette emphasises the beautiful marble elements and suspended lighting installation, with the selected marble’s unrefined beauty adding a layer of richness to the space.
A Design Element Favourite
“We had a lot of fun with the lighting installation, creating a cloud of suspended lanterns, a modern take on the traditional Asian street lantern - a nod to the restaurant's Asian fusion cuisine”, said Pip.
“I also love the selected marble that features on the bar and all joinery elements - kitchen servery, wine displays, and waiters stations - the rich, natural tones really ground the palette”.
Materials Used
Marble: CDK Stone
Lighting: Cult Design
Cabinetry: Southern Cross
Scalloped wall panelling: Surround by Laminex, with a painted finish
Flooring: Global Floors, North Geelong
Contractors:
Project Manager / Builder: Southern Cross
Cabinetry: Southern Cross Shopfitting
Electricals: Fenton Electrical
Photography
Ryal Sormaz/Passionfolk