Du Boulay Projects undertook an 8-week fit-out of a 100-year-old listed property on Weymouth’s Esplanade, converting it into the Rockfish seafood restaurant. The project involved preserving the building’s historic character while introducing modern design elements to create a contemporary dining environment.
Project Delivery:
The fit-out process required careful planning and execution to respect the building’s listed status. The team collaborated closely with designers Macaulay Sinclair to integrate Rockfish’s signature style, ensuring the space met both aesthetic and functional requirements. The result is a restaurant that offers guests a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, with interiors that complement the coastal surroundings.
Design Highlights:
The restaurant’s design features elements that reflect its seaside location, creating a relaxed yet refined dining experience. The interiors are thoughtfully crafted to provide guests with a welcoming environment that aligns with the Rockfish brand’s commitment to quality and sustainability.
Challenges and Achievements:
Transforming a century-old listed building into a modern restaurant presented challenges, particularly in balancing the preservation of historical features with the integration of contemporary design. Du Boulay Projects successfully navigated these complexities, delivering a space that honors the building’s heritage while providing a fresh and engaging dining experience.
I have to say this is the best Rockfish yet, I absolutely love it, there are some great features and corners – working with you guys has been brilliant, Steve is legend at just getting stuff done without stress and the finishes that have been achieved have absolutely nailed Rockfish which should make the future projects easier to design and cost as we know what we need to do.
Costs have been managed well and pre-pricing variations has given us choice and notice in advance, all in all I couldn’t be more positive about it
Mitch Tonks
