Bar Proposal

September 2012

Overview
In keeping with the style of Avithos Resort and Kefalonian design, a contemporary but rustic design is proposed for the pool bar and area. Natural materials such as recycled and reclaimed timber are suggested for the flooring and many furniture items such as the bar stools, chairs and tables. A light colour scheme is proposed to reflect the sun and open the space with accents of bright colours for interest. Texture is important and will provide contrast. The bar proposal has been designed so that there is a seamless link between the pool area and the bar, however it will still be its own space, and this will be identified by the elevation of the bar and lounge area. There is plenty of opportunity to use existing materials and structures, such as the deck chairs and current vertical beams. It is suggested we source reclaimed timber from around the island for any decorative wall panelling or furniture. Not only will these materials have character and charm, it is a cost effective solution as well as being sustainable. The design is such that it sets the space up for a refurbishment of the restaurant at a later date if need be, and so the design can carry through into the restaurant. In fact, the actual bar could continue through the restaurant wall and into the restaurant if need be. The design also makes use of the currently underutilised storage room behind the bar. It is suggested a door be installed between the bar and the storage room and this room be used for meal preparation and storage of stock. The refurbishment of the bar area will enhance the overall Avithos Resort offering, providing guests with a relaxed and stylish atmosphere whilst staying at Avithos Resort and therefore increasing bar revenue. A bar menu could be incorporated into the bar offering as well as a range of cocktails and other beverages. There is also opportunity to attract non-guests to the bar, as there are plenty of ex pats living in the area who like to socialise and frequent bars!

Furniture, Finishes & Accessories Ideas

Outdoor Furniture It is proposed that local carpenters are engaged to construct the tables, chairs, bar stools etc to suit the space. It would be ideal to use recycled timber to give an earthy effect. The below images give a feel for the type of furniture suggested. Coffee tables Restore, paint and seal timber pallets sourced from the island. Attach industrial-style wheels. These will be simple to construct. Suggest they be painted white. Lounge Chairs Possibility to strip and paint existing deck chairs white and replace current white canvas with a fabric in one of the accent colours. However if new chairs are preferred, a design such as this would work well. Bar Stools White bar stool dip dyed with one of the accent colours, as per drawing and image below.

This is the idea of the dip dying. It will add colour in a fun way. Side Tables Timber slab Pebble Hanging Chairs Suggest two of these suspended from the pergola in the new lounge area.

Feature Lighting Over Bar Suggest 3 or 4 pendants to run the length of the bar as a feature. The below pendants are suggestions. Other lighting for bar and lounge area could include; down lights installed under bar counter, illuminating kick board, down lights installed in deck steps, down lights in pergola area.

Bar Countertop Concrete Relatively inexpensive, ages well and is durable. Many options for the finish; polished/grinded/raw concrete. Will give an industrial modern edge to bar, however it will be softened by the light colours and timber. The kickback (i.e. faade of the bar could include timber panelling or Kefalonian stone).

Bar Feature Wall Ideas This will be the feature of the bar. It should be a neutral colour; grey or white but could have accents of the chosen colour scheme. It could display the bar logo. A textured surface is suggested with recessed shelving for display of spirits. It could be built with an inbuilt pull down door to secure spirits overnight. Timber Panelling (White) Timber Panelling with painted logo

White Kefalonian stone, possibly with coloured grout (depending on colour scheme chosen)

Protruding Timber Pieces

Ceiling/Pergola Feature The current canvas structure steals too much height from the space, closing it in. It is suggested a new, timber, waterproof pergola be built to increase the height of the bar and lounge area.

Accessories Floor Lanterns To be placed in various areas on the deck to provide warm ambient lighting. Hanging Herb Garden This will be placed at the corner of the bar, and hung from the ceiling. The idea being that bar staff can cut fresh herbs from the hanging pots when making cocktails. Logo disk for bar and tables Brushed stainless steel or galvanised steel circular disks with the bar logo to be placed in the bar counter and/or the coffee tables and dining tables.

Other Considerations
Food & Drink Offerings Contemporary, reasonably priced Greek bar food menu to be served throughout the day. Many guests would be happy to stay by the pool at the resort all day without having to leave for lunch or snacks. Offer light lunches Offer coffees, milkshakes, fresh juices etc Summer cocktail list with Cocktail of the Day specials Potential to host evening events such as a weekly BBQs for guests and locals Staff Uniform Bar people to wear a shirt or apron Food and Beverage Menu design There are many ways to design the food and bar menu that stand out and are different.

Branded Coasters & Napkins

Bar Name Ideas Sohtiva (Avithos spelt backwards) Zora Nashi Avithos Bar

Logo Design Suggest using the existing logo in some way and perhaps change the colours depending on colour scheme chosen.

Sohtiva

Summary of Proposed Works

Remove Canvas and horizontal beams. This will open the space and give height, enabling a new ceiling pergola and ceiling installation which will offer water and sun protection and will also allow for electrical cabling. Remove existing bar and replace with new cabinetry and bar structure including appliances; fridge, sink, ice machine, Point-of Sale equipment.

Purchase Build Create elevations in bar area by implements two levels as per drawings. Replace existing tiles with existing timber decking to blend pool perimeter and bar area. Paint restaurant faade white with window frames an accent colour. Replace existing restaurant windows with sliding bi-fold doors to enable the restaurant walls to completely open. Build a new waterproof pergola. Install a sliding door from bar to storage area to enable easy access for bar food service. Installation of floor lighting in the deck, and ceiling lighting in the pergola. Purchase, or design new dining and lounge furniture for bar area and surrounds. Plant/flower pots Pendant lights Kitchen appliances

Re-Use Potential to use existing deck chairs by painting and/or replacing seat fabric.

Bar Suggestions
Pebbles Kefalonian pebbles set in grey grout. Grout could be any colour, including one of the accent colours from the chosen colour scheme. Timber Panelling Wide, distressed timber panels in white.

Concrete/Timber Combination Concrete with recessed horizontal strips to fit narrow timber panels to create interest. Potential to include strip lighting in the recesses to illuminate the timber, making the bar a feature.

Feature Wall Ideas

The recessed area is to be lit to illuminate spirits and other accessories placed on ledge.

Timber Panelling Uneven sized reclaimed timber panels of different widths and lengths placed horizontally. Colour: white. The recessed ledges can be painted a different colour to create contrast.

Timber Slats with Logo Narrow, uniformly sized timber slats attached to wall. Bar logo to be painted on timber.

Remove existing window Hanging herb garden Light Feature

Paint walls white and window/door frames grey

Proposed Bar Without Pergola (for illustration purposes only)

Install sliding door leading to storage area Sliding door to enable bar to be locked at night

Raised decking 300mm elevation

Restore existing deck chairs and build palette coffee tables

Remove existing tiles and replace with decking to match current decking. 150mm elevation

Proposed Bar With Pergola