Key to our success is the detail to which our interior designs consider how effective, efficient layout creates a sound foundation. The flow of a space in an office, bar and restaurant setting is vital to its operation – not only for consumer happiness but worker involvement and retention too.
How is a restaurant heated, or cooled? How is an office space used at different times of the day? How is a bar lit and how does that affect mood and purchasing habits? What colours are best suited to the product on offer to maximise purchasing. Did you know coffee tastes better out of a red cup – Or that low lighting in a restaurant makes us choose less healthy foods? Questions like these help form the cornerstone of our interior design process.
People behave very differently in different environments, 2G help our clients understand how this happens in their restaurant, bar or office space and how best to play to their strengths. How environment affects behaviour. Our in-house team of interior designers, project managers and tradesman work together to make our ideas a reality. From the inception of an idea to the finished article our team will guide you through the design & build process.
Coming from a long line of architects, surveyors, and joiners within the family Nick trained as a construction project manager to postgraduate level, after a psychology undergraduate degree. As a former fine dining chef and Member of the chartered institute of builders Nick has a vast wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to designing, planning commercial spaces & understanding human behaviour.
Nick is a firm believer in continued improvement and installs a culture that strives to be the best at delivering spaces that enhance the user experience.
Nick says all of 2G’s projects are his favourite – but if he had to pick one it would be The Joint Works. Creating beautiful offices from a Grade II listed building was a great project to take on.
Nick Jones – CEO
Catherine studied interior design at KLC and Central St. Martins, after a ‘full on’ & successful career in the international wine industry before teaming up with Nick to start 2G. Catherine works to develop the commercial & creative direction of the firm and ensures that all projects, whether bar, restaurant or office space, are meticulously penned before work starts.
Catherine would say her favourite project was Chakana. Developing a gorgeous Peruvian restaurant from an old bank was a perfect project…..and adding in her Chilean heritage to the mix added to the joy!
Catherine Gwynne – Commercial Director
Annie studied Interior Design at De Montfort and has worked for over 15 years as an Interior Designer across different practices and sectors. Her portfolio of impressive projects spans across the commercial sector including hotels, bars, offices & restaurants. Annie has an awesome eye for detail and always looks for new ways of thinking.
Creativity in all she does and building strong and lasting relationships has been a key driver for Annie. Her favourite project is The Circle Lounge at The Hippodrome
Annie Wearn – Head of Design
Jim is a chartered member of the CIOB. He is responsible for managing the build team, planning projects, ensuring safety and most importantly quality control. He has a number of Project Management & health & safety qualifications under his belt along with years of experience in building high-end spaces within the residential and commercial sectors up and down the country.
Jim Clay – Senior Project Manager
Vicky graduated with a first class honours in Interior Design (BA) from Northumbria University. She joined 2G after experience working with reputable interior design firms in the region. She has a natural creative flair of which is reflected in the incredible restaurant, bar & office projects that 2g have recently developed with her.
Vicky’s favourite 2G interior design project was Tropea as it was one of the first that she worked on for 2G and the success of the restaurant has made us all very proud!
Victoria Bennett – Mid-Weight Designer
Sean started his career as an electrician and has extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the construction process. He has trained on site with 2g to gain level 6 site management award and has become an experienced construction Project Manager. He is an invaluable part of 2G and his natural ability to communicate effectively with everyone has made him a popular team member, not only within the fold, but with clients too.
Sean also says that all of 2G’s projects are his favourite….forever the diplomat! But he would probably say Tap & Tandoor….as it was one of his first restaurant and bar design & build projects that he did with 2G.
Sean Hubball – Project Manager
Jasmin ‘Jas’ Sharp joins us from the high-end interior design residential sector, where she worked on projects from ski-chalets to beach houses. She has an eye for detail and creates forward-thinking spaces. Jas’ practice really focuses on the relationship between layouts, colours and psychology, and strives to make timeless interior spaces that are purposeful and stimulating. She loves presenting work to the client and gauging the reaction. That’s what gives her the buzz.
Even though Jas hadn’t joined the 2G team at this point her bar interior design project would be Loki….especially as this is where we all celebrated her first day in the team!
Jasmin Sharp – Designer
Julian, aka Jules, has many years of experience in the construction industry. Having graduated in visual communication and photography, Julian has applied his creativity and eye for design to domestic renovation and build. He enjoys working closely with clients, designers and architects to realise perfect project.
Julian Fawkes – Project Manager
Kevin has over 37 years of residential and commercial projects. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge having worked on many prestigious projects, from the Savoy London and National Gallery refurbishment to NHS and public sector projects.
Kevin brings extensive knowledge within Estimation across sectors and practices in the construction industry. He works meticulously to manage the costings for 2G.
Kevin Lynam – Cost Estimator
