The design features lacquer gloss sky blue booths and ceiling, an all-zinc bar, and warm wood paneling, all thoughtfully designed by Lovers Unite.
Handmade ceramic artworks by Anthony Dominici, featuring trompe l’oeil wine labels, adorn the walls, while the glow of candlelight adds sparkle to the space.
Lovers Unite also developed the full branding for Bar Etoile, including a custom glass floor mosaic, menus, neon signage, and a brand mark inspired by French movie and Fluxus posters, creating a cohesive and immersive experience for guests.
+ Sunset Magazine: Star Power
+ LA Times: Best New Restaurants Jan. 2025
Client: Jill Bernheimer and Julian Kurland
Location: 632 N. Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA
Year: 2025
Area: 2,337 sq ft
Team:
Fabrication & Custom Furniture: RAH Studio
Lighting Design: Silvershoe Lighting
Custom Metal Fabrication: CalMetal
Photography: Kort Havens
Lovers Unite:
Alan Koch (Designer & Architect)
Karen Spector (Creative Director)
Molly Page (Designer)
Briana Crowder (Designer)