John Whelan
GREAT BRITAIN
Meet John Whelan - a powerhouse of good design, creativity and innovation based in Great Britain. John Whelan's design journey has been nothing short of spectacular, marked by a tireless pursuit of excellence. This dedication is clearly mirrored in John Whelan's impressive haul of 1 A' Design Awards that we showcase here. Spanning across categories such as Hospitality, John Whelan's work stands as a living testament to a steadfast commitment to design excellence, serving as a beacon of inspiration for designers globally. With each project, John Whelan masterfully blends form and function, crafting designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and timeless. This approach underscores John Whelan's celebration of creativity and an unyielding quest for innovation.
View Profile Consult Now Hire NowThe design of Maison Francois aims to evolve the brasserie genre. Rather than looking to the Art Deco period for inspiration, GSL embraced Postmodernism and Brutalism, most notably referencing Ricardo Bofill’s La Fabrica in Barcelona, with its grand terracotta arches and rough cement ceiling. The layout of the restaurant nevertheless follows a classic brasserie format, with noble materials throughout and details that evoke iconic establishments of the past.
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