Alumni Sandwich & Liquor Bar
Alumni Sandwich and Liquor Bar, located in the heart of vibrant 17th Avenue in downtown Calgary, was heavily influenced by diner counters and luncheonettes from a bygone era. In the same manner as its inspiration, Alumni was designed to be an approachable and casual dining destination. It features a long bar with fixed swivel stools for counter service, great for resting your elbows on while propping up a juicy Reuben. Booth style seating divides the room, with a slatted wood surround to add texture and interest. The materials were all selected as a nod to the retro inspiration: VCT floor tiles, laminate table tops with diner edge detailing, simple wood panels, and gleaming aluminum accents. A colour palette of bright mustard and burgundy are set off against dark browns and cream tones, creating a high contrast palette to create some much needed drama.
Completed August 2018, Calgary, Alberta | Client: Jeremy Milligan | https://alumnisandwiches.com
Not only have we been left with a beautiful restaurant that our guests comment on daily but I am quite certain that having Sarah Ward Interiors actually paid for itself in cost and time saving measures. Adjustments were made to our project weekly and the thoughtful and proactive approach from SWI allowed us to side step any potential traps.
Jeremy Milligan, Alumni Sandwich & Liquor Bar
