Sip Wine Bar

a refined speakeasy fitout wrapped in raven-hued drapery

A modern bar with a black curtain backdrop, a wooden counter with lighting underneath, and a black and silver fridge. There is a shelf of liquor bottles behind the bar, a vase with greenery, and a gold and white spherical chandelier overhead.
A wooden bar with a rose hued cocktail and a bowl of green grapes on top, set against a dark curtain background.
A cozy restaurant interior with black leather chairs at tables set with plates and cutlery, and a separate seating area with two mustard yellow armchairs, a black side table with a lit candle, and wall art depicting women, one with a pink dress and another with a white dress, all around warm lighting and dark wood flooring.
Dining area with black curtains, modern wall art of a woman, dining table set for four, and a bar with a white vase and greenery on the right.
A bar with a dark ambiance, featuring a black curtain to the left, a decorative plant in a white vase on the counter, shelves with glassware, and a wooden and marble bar counter.

Set discreetly behind a bustling sidewalk, this moody bar interior was designed to transport patrons into another world. Inspired by the atmosphere of old speakeasies, the design is defined by rich, dark, and soft textures that invite meaningful conversation and a sense of escape from the ordinary. Our client’s vision was to create a space that celebrates Prince Edward County’s vineyards within an interior that feels intimate and refined. We responded with a design that is both high impact and cost-effective, adaptable to future needs.

Housed within an existing storefront, the fitout retains its creaky wood floors and ornate trim while introducing removable drapery and pleated acoustic clouds to enrich both ambience and acoustics. At its centre, a compact bar nook evokes a “black hole,” with mirrored accents and custom cabinetry that maximizes every inch, featuring reeded paneling, integrated lighting, and a warm oak bar top. A palette of Nero Marquina marble, leather, brass, and plush pleated lounge chairs completes the sensory experience—an invitation to linger in quiet conversation and enjoy the pleasures of good company under dim light.

Interiors: Vosjes Architecture

Photography: Brooke Stephenson, @foundmythrill
Millwork: Rabbit Hole Woodworking

Technical drawing or blueprint of a building or construction detail on a blue background.
Blueprint of a building interior layout with various rooms, furniture, stairs, and doorways, on a dark blue background.