Last week I introduced you to artist and designer Courtney Wotherspoon. Today we’re going to take a closer look at one of the projects she had a hand in designing – l’ouvrier kitchen/bar. With a little ingenuity and some serious DIY she turned a blank space into a riveting venue. These are projects you could even try out in your home. I think the “detritus baggie” installation would look great in an office. Great inspiration for a Tuesday morning!
L’ouvrier is a lesson in white – specifically high gloss white. Vintage table bases and wood tops were painted in high gloss white paint to create a uniform and clean look.
Of course, every rule needs to be broken so there is one standout fluorescent pink table at the from of the room – a trademark Courtney Wotherspoon colour!
Throughout the space Wotherspoon made the utilitarian beautiful. Here are a typical black electrical cord becomes captivating wall art.
On the opposite wall, Wotherspoon installed a series of ziploc bags filled with construction and renovation debris.
A detail of the “detritus baggies.”
A casual place to have drinks withe more wall art made from electrical cord by Courtney.
Wotherspoon also designed the restaurant’s logo, menu, gift certificates, and business cards.
At the back of the restaurant is a solid concrete bar with vintage laboratory stools. On the wall, Courtney has installed sticks she has painted in vivid colours.
For more information on l’ouvrier check out my interview with Courtney Wotherspoon.
All photographs by Kristin Sjaarda.
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I love this space! I saw it last summer by happen chance. I went to see another beautiful space just across the street…Bookhou, a local textile artist. As I walked along the street, the white chairs and round table (which at that time were situated in the front window) caught my eye. I actually have a picture of it on my IPhone as I was so captivated. I could feel the space through the window. Sadly, it was a day it was closed, but you’ve reminded of it and so I will make a point to go back for a meal sometime! Thank you.
What a beautiful space. Just confirms again that there are so many options when you start with a clean, white space. Just gorgeous!
Absolutely one of my favourite Toronto spots. I’ve wanted to feature it myself for eons! Beautiful
Can you say where both those chairs (white spindle back and white/wood) are from?
Installation art meets interior design…its nice to see the lines blurred!
Such a vintage, rustic look! I love it!
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