There has been a huge rise in industrial styling in commercial spaces. As a nod to the bygone era of the industrial revolution, it has become one of the most popular interior choices for bars, restaurants and bistros. At Eclipse, we think there are five main reasons for this: It’s easy to combine or incorporate with other interior styles. Using staple materials and colours means industrial furnishings can be successfully interweaved with any existing design. For example, industrial bar stools can sit well under any existing bar space. Not only... Read More

With so many practicalities to consider, ‘trendy’ might not be a word you always take into consideration when designing the indoor and outdoor spaces of your pub, hotel or restaurant. However, it’s vital not to discount the importance of style when it comes to attracting and retaining your customers. Keeping an eye on what’s new and emerging gives you a competitive edge within the industry, and means your venue looks positively fabulous all year round. With this in mind, we think it’s time to talk about the new kid on... Read More

Venues were granted temporary rights during the pandemic to serve guests on the pavement to mitigate lost space indoors due to social distancing rules. Pubs and restaurants have praised the scheme and credited alfresco dining with their survival through the pandemic. Well, it looks like these rights are here to stay and we will see more alfresco dining solutions on our streets. Hospitality businesses have been lobbying for alfresco dining to be made permanent since restrictions have eased and it looks like, through new legislation, this will be honoured. Given... Read More

The clocks have changed, the sun is breaking through – the long-awaited summer is coming! It feels like it has been a long time coming, after a couple of false dawns, the months ahead look likely to be the first in a couple of years that Brits can truly enjoy without restrictions. The industry seems to be just as excited as the public, getting ready for an influx of outdoor diners, after-work socialites, tourists, and more. Despite this, some challenges still exist and preparations are needed. The key to a... Read More