Hospitality
Falcon Bar
Buntingford, Hertfordshire
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In the historic market town of Buntingford, The Falcon is a family-run restaurant celebrated for its classic British flavours, seasonality, and dedication to local sourcing. Located in a Grade I listed building lovingly restored with period details, The Falcon offers an intimate dining experience with 28 covers, complemented by two private dining rooms upstairs, each seating 8-10 guests.
Brought on board through interior designer Joanne Eastham, Akarui joined the team led by Swan London to realise a lighting scheme that balances the restaurant’s heritage with the owners’ vision. Due to the building’s low ceilings, recessed fittings were not feasible, prompting a design centred around discreet, surface-mounted solutions that respect the Tudor architecture, including exposed beams, wooden columns, and grand fireplaces.
dynamic
sophisticated
unique
In the entrance, original wooden columns are highlighted to accentuate their historical value, while uplights on a stained-glass panel evoke an almost medieval ambiance. Small, surface-mounted downlights provide a soft wash on tables, while classic swan-neck wall lights add a cosy glow throughout the space. Non-functional fireplaces are subtly illuminated with hidden LED strips, evoking the warmth of a glowing fire. Upstairs, LED strips embedded in joinery highlight glassware, making bottles and glasses the visual focus. The larger private dining room features a chandelier styled to resemble candlelight, echoing the room’s medieval atmosphere, while warm lighting throughout ensures a welcoming, intimate dining experience.
Hospitality
Falcon Bar
Buntingford, Hertfordshire
In the historic market town of Buntingford, The Falcon is a family-run restaurant celebrated for its classic British flavours, seasonality, and dedication to local sourcing. Located in a Grade I listed building lovingly restored with period details, The Falcon offers an intimate dining experience with 28 covers, complemented by two private dining rooms upstairs, each seating 8-10 guests.
Brought on board through interior designer Joanne Eastham, Akarui joined the team led by Swan London to realise a lighting scheme that balances the restaurant’s heritage with the owners’ vision. Due to the building’s low ceilings, recessed fittings were not feasible, prompting a design centred around discreet, surface-mounted solutions that respect the Tudor architecture, including exposed beams, wooden columns, and grand fireplaces.
refined
traditional
atmospheric
In the entrance, original wooden columns are highlighted to accentuate their historical value, while uplights on a stained-glass panel evoke an almost medieval ambiance. Small, surface-mounted downlights provide a soft wash on tables, while classic swan-neck wall lights add a cosy glow throughout the space. Non-functional fireplaces are subtly illuminated with hidden LED strips, evoking the warmth of a glowing fire. Upstairs, LED strips embedded in joinery highlight glassware, making bottles and glasses the visual focus. The larger private dining room features a chandelier styled to resemble candlelight, echoing the room’s medieval atmosphere, while warm lighting throughout ensures a welcoming, intimate dining experience.