UK. London-based architecture and design firm InsideOut has completed a new 3,800sq ft My Lounge at London Gatwick Airport’s South Terminal.
The contractor was appointed to improve on the design of existing My Lounge spaces, using new furniture arrangements and layouts.
InsideOut said that lighting, acoustics, colour and texture drove the design of the new Gatwick My Lounge and a variety of custom furniture and joinery have been used “to give personality” to the space.
A spokesperson for InsideOut said: “We worked closely with the client to produce an inclusive design that was both informal and refined so that anyone would feel welcome, whatever their age. The bold colours and tactile surfaces were chosen to create a characterful space, contrasting with the sterile airport environment.”
A central feature to the lounge is a large self-service food and drink counter that offers guests the chance to make their own pancakes, become a cocktail mixologist or pour their own beers. There is also a children’s games room.
The building work in the new lounge was completed by Gariff Construction.
Following the completion of the Gatwick space, InsideOut has now turned its attention to work on an international lounge for No.1 Lounges, in Brisbane, Australia.
No.1 Lounges Chief Operating Officer John Upton said: “After many successful years working with InsideOut on our UK lounges, when we made the decision to open internationally they were our first port of call. As always, we have been impressed by their collaborative approach, creativity and dedication to the project.”
