The latest addition to the Six by Nico portfolio brings the brand’s signature six-course tasting menu concept to the heart of Bristol. Known for its storytelling through food, each Six by Nico restaurant delivers an immersive experience that evolves every six weeks, with menus inspired by a different place or theme. The Bristol venue continues this tradition, combining culinary creativity with outstanding interior design.
Studio Two Interiors have crafted a wonderfully warm setting by layering rich materials, utilising curated artwork and planting that creates an inviting and distinctive space. Architectural arches and painted backdrops give the restaurant character, while the carefully chosen smaller details add softness and depth. To support the interior narrative and deliver a seamless guest experience, Studio Two specified a selection of architectural luminaires from Lucent Lighting. The lighting design focused on delicately enhancing key areas of the restaurant without drawing attention to the fittings themselves.
Above each dining table, recessed EDGE90 Pinhole downlights in a custom RAL finish provide focused illumination, with high CRI95+ LED technology to ensure the food is presented with clarity and colour accuracy. Elsewhere in the restaurant, miniature MICRO OCULUS downlights have been used to highlight the artwork and other features, offering precise, low-glare accenting that adds dimension. The addition of VISTA MINI spike lights provides uplighting to potted plants and interior olive trees, reinforcing the biophilic elements within the design scheme and adding gentle layers of texture and contrast.
The architectural arches within the venue are illuminated using INGROUND40 recessed uplighters. These are strategically positioned to lift the ceiling and accentuate the unusual construction of the space.
Giovanni Premi, from Lucent Lighting, said: “It’s the finer details that make all the difference in a project like this. From colour temperatures to beam angles, every choice plays a role in shaping the mood and experience. When there’s this level of collaboration and attention to detail, you get a result that feels effortless - but is the product of careful planning and precision.” The lighting at Six by Nico Bristol, delivers a balance of functionality and aesthetic intricacy. Through thoughtful specification and meticulous execution, Lucent Lighting have assisted in creating a setting that feels both sophisticated and welcoming.
