The Teller
Extending Design – Design Concept
At the heart of my jazz venue will be a sculptural, multifunctional centerpiece that fuses Scottish plasterwork, and New Orleans-inspired wrought iron. This central feature draws on the cultural and historical significance of each material, reinterpreting them in innovative and modern ways.
Scottish plasterwork, traditionally reserved for ceiling moldings and decorative wall elements, will be pushed beyond its conventional role to become a bold, sculptural focal point within the space.
Through exaggerated forms and innovative applications the feature pushing usual dimensions and uses will have theatrical presence. While keeping to the tradition of hand-crafted ornamentation, these contemporary interpretations will amplify the expressive potential of plaster, transforming it into a dynamic centerpiece that commands attention and redefines its architectural role.
Wrought iron, inspired by the expressive balconies and gates of New Orleans’ French and Spanish-influenced architecture, will take on a sculptural role in the form of a central feature in the space. Moving beyond traditional applications, this element will embody the improvisational spirit of jazz, fluid, rhythmic, and alive with shadow and light. Influenced by Art Nouveau curves, it will serve as a visual metaphor for jazz itself: spontaneous, expressive, and full of motion.
This project explores the layered histories and craftsmanship behind each material tradition, merging them into a bold and cohesive design statement. The result is a central feature that reflects the soul of jazz, creative, rooted in tradition, yet pushing boundaries. It offers visitors not just a striking focal point, but an architectural experience that resonates with the energy, emotion, and artistry of music.
