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The Flat Baker

The Flat Baker

Hospitality

A hospitality interior design project for the world-famous Flat Baker (well, almost), a bakery whose social media footprint spans the globe. The concept was to amalgamate a full working bakery and café into a former public house

Location:

Ancoats, Manchester

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

December 2025

The Flat Baker

Hospitality

We were invited to bring our hospitality interior design expertise to convert the building into a working bakery & cafe. Select Interiors Creators + Makers we are one of the leading hospitality fit-out companies in Manchester, and were humbled and grateful for the opportunity

Overview

Creating a bakery from a pub had a few constraints. There was insufficient power to the premises, and the structural floor to the 1st floor was not substantial enough to take the imposed structural load of the additional bakery equipment and machinery

Many hospitality interior design projects come with similar challenges to convert spaces with a variety of previous uses, into something functional and beautiful

The Flat Baker | Hospitality Interior Design Manchester
The Flat Baker | Hospitality Interior Design Manchester

Scope of Works

The bakery and café conversion and refurbishment involved a full strip-out and reconfiguration of the interior. Our Creators + Makers team managed every stage of the commercial fit-out, including:

  • Demolition
  • Structural Works
  • Partitioning
  • Mechanical, electrical and HVAC installations
  • Structured data and lighting systems
  • Bespoke & general joinery
  • Decoration throughout with brand-aligned finishes
  • LVT flooring and safety flooring
  • Branded signage and wayfinding
  • Bespoke hand painted Murals
  • Full Commercial Kitchen and Bakery
  • Hygienic SSS & UPVC panelling

Interior Design

From the initial brief, our hospitality interior design team approached this project with a focus on functionality with flair and originality. The café was designed for both takeaway, deliveries and for ‘sit in’ customers that want to relax with a craft coffee and some patisserie, a sandwich or light lunch.

The bespoke interior design also reflected the client’s personality and Brazilian culture, incorporating colours, finishes and bespoke murals.

The Flat Baker | Hospitality Interior Design Manchester
The Flat Baker | Hospitality Interior Design Manchester

The Fit-Out

Located in the Uber cool Ancoats, this commercial bakery and cafe fit-out was managed from concept to completion by the Select Interiors Creators + Makers team. Technical services like HVAC, extracts, ventilation, lighting and electrical to the finishes, and workshop joinery we coordinated every trade from our in-house

All bespoke joinery was crafted at our Manchester workshop, allowing us to maintain quality control and quick turnrounds. Our hands-on approach meant the founders Deborah & Mateo could visit and approve finishes and fittings before ordering and installation

As an experienced hospitality interior design team, we understand that a fit-out is more than just furniture and flooring: it’s about creating spaces that work. That’s exactly what we delivered.

Outcome

The Flat Baker now operates from a vibrant, functional unit that supports the commercial bakery and café. The vibrant mix of finishes, flooring, decoration, lighting and murals provides a ‘craft experience & feel’

For Select Interiors, it’s another successful collaboration with a new client that was a referral from a long-standing customer. We wish Deborah & Mateo every success with their venture, The Flat Baker

The Flat Baker | Hospitality Interior Design Manchester

Carl's thoughts

“The ‘proof they say is in the pudding’, the bakery and café have been a huge success, people were queuing out of the door and round the corner when it first opened. It’s popularity is in part due to the dynamism and creativity of the baker team, their huge social media footprint and the amalgamation of production and sales in the café”

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Dog and Partridge Didsbury

The Dog & Partridge Didsbury

Hospitality

The Dog & Partridge a Green King pub has been taken over by Steve Pilling restaurant entrepreneur and bon viveur best known as the former owner of Sam’s Chophouses and Damson in Heaton Moor and MediaCity.

Location:

Didsbury

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

July 2017

The Dog & Partridge Didsbury

hospitality

The project was a joint venture with restaurant consultant Angus Pride Rebranded as the first ‘Terroir Pub’ under their new brand, Pilling and Pride. Interior Design by Adrian Taylor and full refurbishment by Select Interiors Ltd.

Overview

The pub offers an extensive selection of wines and whisky curated by Angus under the Terroir banner that reflect the environments in which they are grown or produced as a signifier of quality. Adrian Taylor the interior designer took the brief of Steve Pilling and produced plan layouts, elevations and design drawings as part of a competitive tender package won by Select Interiors Ltd.

Scope of Works

The project programme was five-week for refurbishment to include the following works: Demolition, mechanical, electrical, data, plaster finishes, bespoke joinery, extensive refurbishment of the Oak flooring, stone flags, lighting, signage and upholstery.

Carl's thoughts

“By blending bespoke joinery, restored oak flooring, and curated lighting, we’ve revitalised the Dog & Partridge, making it a standout destination in Didsbury's hospitality scene.”

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Coffeeing The World Retail

Coffeeing The World

Retail

This 8-week project, encompassing both Cat A and Cat B fit-out works, required extensive planning and execution, resulting in a modern and experiential space.

Location:

Letchworth

Sector:

Retail

Date:

April 2024

Coffeeing The World

Retail

The Coffeeing The World project by Select Interiors Ltd is a remarkable transformation of a neglected corner of an industrial warehouse in North London into a sophisticated showroom for Italian Coffee Machines, combined with a Boardroom and training facility.

Overview

Miller Vanguard, the parent group, sought to establish Coffeeing The World as the UK’s leading distributor of premium commercial coffee and espresso machines. Their vision extended beyond a traditional showroom, emphasizing a multifunctional space incorporating a Boardroom, training area, and comfortable seating for a seamless customer experience. and formal meeting space with Crittall glazing and slim-line sliding screens.

Coffeeing The World | Retail Showroom Fit Out
Coffeeing The World | Retail Showroom Fit Out

Scope of Works

Design and Technical Drawings: The project began with an empty, industrial shell made of concrete and steel. The Select Interiors team handled the complete design and technical aspects, including submission to Building Control. Fit-Out:

The fit-out covered all aspects, from mechanical and electrical systems to plumbing, ventilation, and fire safety strategy. Aesthetic Elements: The space was enhanced with suspended ceilings, fire-resistant partitions, bespoke joinery, and a custom marble counter with a bar and back bars. Finishing Touches: The use of luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring, acoustic cladding, and bespoke signage created a refined and welcoming environment.

Interior Design

The end product is a testament to collaborative effort and innovative design. What was once an unused, raw warehouse corner has been transformed into a fully functional and immersive showroom. Visitors can now explore and learn about the product range in a relaxed, ambient setting, with the Boardroom and training area catering to more formal business needs. and formal meeting space with Crittall glazing and slim-line sliding screens.

Coffeeing The World | Retail Showroom Fit Out
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The Retail Fit Out

The success of this project highlights Select Interiors’ expertise in combining creativity with project management & workshop capabilities to deliver outstanding spaces that meet both aesthetic and functional goals of the Coffeeing The World team

Carl's thoughts

“Our fit-out for Coffeeing The World combined Cat A and Cat B works to create a modern, experiential space that showcases their premium coffee equipment and serves as a versatile training hub.”

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Big Bakes Manchester

Big Bakes Manchester

Hospitality

REWRITE Concept design establishes a foundational framework that steers the development and realization of a project, ensuring a cohesive and well-guided evolution from vision to completion.

Location:

Spinningfields, Manchester

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

July 2024

Big Bakes Manchester

Hospitality

The Big Bakes Manchester hospitality interior design project is an ambitious spin-off of the popular Bake-Off TV series, translating its baking-focused creative energy into an immersive hospitality venue & experience. The project involved transforming a raw shell space into a flagship northern location. The youthful team & founders behind the concept have 2 venues in London and 1 in Birmingham. Big Bakes aims to create 8-10 more locations nationwide, tapping into the growing enthusiasm for interactive, experience-based leisure venues.

Design Concept and Inspiration

The building’s distinctive architecture, featuring a steel cross-bracing and diagrid façade, evokes comparisons to London’s iconic Gherkin, albeit with a more geometric vernacular. The unique structure provides a modern, industrial backdrop for the interior’s playful, creative interior, designed by the award-winning Ellis Design Studio. Known for their expertise in hospitality interiors, Ellis Design Studio worked closely with Select Interiors Creators + Makers to transform the bare concrete, glass, and steel shell into a vibrant, engaging environment conducive to both professional and amateur bakers.

office refurbishment
Big Bakes Manchester | Immersive Baking Venue Design

Scope of Works

This hospitality interior design project’s scope encompassed both Cat A (basic building finishes) and Cat B (interior fit-out) works, all completed within a tight 14-week programme from the moment of order to handover, including the procurement of all materials and fixtures, computer access flooring, installation of access floors for ease of cabling and technology integration, mechanical, ventilation, plumbing, electrical, extract, fire strategy, lighting, steel mezzanine & Staircase, Structural addition to increase floor space and provide an elevated dining / training and events space, bespoke joinery, resin radial bar tops, custom bars, shelving, displays, and wainscot cladding, Amtico acoustic flooring hexagonal design with feature strips, hexagonal banquette seating with central tree feature, commercial kitchen & a baking marquee, fully fitted bake stations designed for a hands-on experience, central to the concept of Big Bakes.

Key Challenges

A constricted programme – The 14-week timeline from start to handover demanded efficient project management and coordination across trades. Building Control: The introduction of new regulations for mezzanine floors required adaptive design and compliance strategies. Logistics and waste management: Managing the delivery and installation of a significant volume of materials, fixtures, and fittings within a confined urban space while minimising waste and ensuring sustainability.

Big Bakes Manchester | Immersive Baking Venue Design
Big Bakes Manchester | Immersive Baking Venue Design

Vision and Mission

Big Bakes founders Adam and Eloise’s mission is to share the joy of baking with all. They envision the venue as more than just a baking space – it’s an experience designed to make baking accessible and fun for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned baker or a complete novice.

The Big Bakes fitted out by Select Interiors Ltd Creators + Makers is a testament to the power of collaboration, innovative design, and fluid project management. The transformation of a raw, industrial space into an immersive, functional, and enjoyable environment was challenging & rewarding. The Big Bakes Team have plans to expand further across the UK, & the US. Big Bakes is set to become a key player in the interactive leisure sector, offering people the chance to experience the joy of baking in a unique, engaging setting.

Carl's thoughts

“We believe that memorable hospitality design is about shaping experiences: atmosphere, flow, sensory detail, technical precision. Big Bakes is a vivid example of how those elements combine to invite people in, stay longer and connect.”

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Charingworth Manor

Charingworth Manor

Hospitality

Select Interiors was delighted to refurbish and fit out Charingworth Manor, a luxury wedding and events venue in the Cotswolds.

Location:

Chipping Camden, Cotswolds

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

March 2024

Charingworth Manor

Heritage

Working closely with the creative team at Jolie Studio, our hospitality interior designers delivered a first-class design and build package that honoured the building’s heritage while elevating its style and function. With over three decades of experience in hospitality fit-outs and commercial interior design, we completed a full renovation of this Grade II Listed manor house in only 14 weeks.

Overview

As specialists in commercial fit outs across Manchester and the UK, Select Interiors approached the project with a deep understanding of historical buildings. Every element of the fit out balanced conservation with modern comforts. The brief required a full transformation of both private and public spaces, including:

● 8 boutique bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
● A high-end restaurant and bar
● Drawing room, lounge, and cloakroom
● Office and communal spaces
● Formal meeting room with Crittall glazing and slim-line sliding screens

The outcome is a venue that is perfect for weddings, private events, and hotel guests, all while preserving the charm and integrity of the original architecture.

Charingworth Manor | Hotel Interior Design & Fit Out
Charingworth Manor | Hotel Interior Design & Fit Out

Scope of Works

This fit-out combined traditional craftsmanship with modern luxury. Materials such as marble, smoked oak, wool, linen and natural stone were carefully selected to reflect the Cotswold vernacular and enhance guest comfort.

Our refurbishment included:

  • Structural damp-proofing and remedial works
  • Full mechanical, plumbing and electrical installations
  • Dry lining, plastering, and bespoke decoration
  • Bespoke joinery and fabrication at our workshop
  • Marble and ceramic wall and floor tiles
  • Custom glazed shower screens
  • Signage and graphics
  • Installation of Crittall-style glazed partitions

Our in-house joinery team manufactured bespoke features at our workshop in Manchester, allowing us to maintain exceptional quality across every detail.

Interior Design

As experienced interior designers and hospitality interior design specialists, we collaborated closely with conservation officers to ensure all work complied with Grade II Listed specifications.
Jolie Studio’s vision was translated into timeless interiors that offer a sense of luxury and sophistication.

The design language is subtle yet luxurious, mixing heritage features like fireplaces and exposed stone with contemporary finishes and smart space planning.

The interiors now reflect the prestige of the postcode, Chipping Campden, one of the UK’s most exclusive areas, making Charingworth Manor one of the finest countryside wedding venues in the country.

Charingworth Manor | Hotel Interior Design & Fit Out
Charingworth Manor hotel interior design by Select Interiors Manchester

The Hospitality Fit Out

Select Interiors’ commercial interior designers managed the entire programme, coordinating trades and approvals to meet the tight schedule. By leveraging our experience with commercial fit outs in Manchester and nationwide, we delivered on time without compromising on quality or detail.

All works were completed to the highest standard, ensuring both the venue’s style, practicality and ability to meet compliance were considered: a hallmark of our approach to hospitality spaces.

Outcome

Charingworth Manor now stands as a benchmark for sensitive restorations and elegant design in the hospitality sector. Guests enjoy a comfortable space full of character, while the operations team benefits from an efficient, high-performing environment.

From the bar to the bridal suite, every detail supports the experience of luxury, heritage, and celebration.

Charingworth Manor hotel interior design by Select Interiors Manchester

Carl's thoughts

“We meticulously refurbished Charingworth Manor, preserving its historic charm while introducing contemporary design elements to create a sophisticated hospitality experience.”

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Brindley Rooms

Brindley Rooms

Hospitality

Select Interiors designers and fit out specialists for the leisure sector for 34 years designed and fitted out this events and wedding venue for Elle R Leisure & the mighty Castlefield Estates

Location:

Castlefield, Manchester

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

December 2022

Brindley Rooms

Hospitality

The design inspiration was led by the building fabric and history being a former stables and light industrial unit. More natural light was introduced by adding some Velux type roof glazing, with sliding shutters and black industrial tracks. The venue was originally designed by Architect Roger Stephenson and our design was respectful of the original architectural vernacular and building fabric by refurbishing the King beam arrangement and the Pitch Pine flooring

Overview

Select Interiors Ltd designed all the bespoke joinery, fabrication, stone topped counters, and finishes

Brindley Rooms Office Fit-Out | Manchester Interior Design
Brindley Rooms Office Fit-Out | Manchester Interior Design

Scope of Works

Dry lining, decorative plastering, electrical, data, bespoke lighting, decoration, bespoke workshop / fabrication and site joinery, decoration, and graphics / signage. Works were completed over an 8-week programme and the space is used for corporate events and weddings

Carl's thoughts

“By thoughtfully restoring and modernising the space, we’ve created an environment that honours its heritage while providing the amenities and atmosphere needed for memorable events.”

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Fluffy Fluffy

Fluffy Fluffy (Fuwa Fuwa)

Hospitality

REWRITE Concept design establishes a foundational framework that steers the development and realization of a project, ensuring a cohesive and well-guided evolution from vision to completion.

Location:

Whitworth Street, Manchester

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

October 2022

Fluffy Fluffy (Fuwa Fuwa)

Hospitality

Select Interiors are proud to have delivered the fit out works for Fluffy Fluffy (formerly Fuwa Fuwa) Manchester on behalf of design house NC Studio.

Overview

Select Interiors are proud to have delivered the fit out works for Fluffy Fluffy (formerly Fuwa Fuwa) Manchester on behalf of design house NC Studio. and formal meeting space with Crittall glazing and slim-line sliding screens.

Scope of Works

Scope of works included: Mechanical & electrical, plumbing WC’s, bespoke fabrication, powder coating, flooring and manufacturing of bespoke seating and counter.

Carl's thoughts

“We transformed Fluffy Fluffy’s Manchester café into a vibrant, Instagrammable destination, blending bespoke joinery, powder-coated finishes, and playful design elements to create an immersive dessert experience.”

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Ezra & Gil

Ezra & Gil

Hospitality

The pairing of concrete cellular ceiling and columns with raw steel, ribbed glass, vintage lighting, zinc & galvanised steel creates this unique space

Location:

Deansgate, Manchester

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

December 2019

Ezra & Gil

Hospitality

This project in the heart of Manchester’s premier location near Peter Square was Designed by the inimitable Steve West of studio-néo Architects, shopfitting by Northern Quarter based shopfitters Select Interiors Ltd. This is the 2nd branch of a planned expansion throughout the UK

Overview

This project in the heart of Manchester’s premier location near Peter Square was Designed by the inimitable Steve West of studio-néo Architects, shopfitting by Northern Quarter based shopfitters Select Interiors Ltd. This is the 2nd branch of a planned expansion throughout the UK and formal meeting space with Crittall glazing and slim-line sliding screens.

Scope of Works

Scope of works for Manchester shopfitters Select Interiors: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, bespoke fabrication, structural works, diamond sawing / drilling, cast concrete slab, partitioning, plaster soffits, decorative plaster finishes, hygienic cladding, ceramic tiling decoration, flooring and bespoke Aluminium shop-front. Select Interiors Creators & Makers of bespoke interiors for the leisure sector.

Carl's thoughts

“We transformed Ezra & Gil’s Peter Street café into a vibrant, industrial-chic space that seamlessly blends raw materials with modern design, creating an inviting atmosphere for patrons.”

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The Kitchens

The Kitchens

Hospitality

Select Interiors have been designers and fit out specialists for the leisure sector for 34 years. We fitted the six restaurant / food hall type concept restaurants for the mighty Allied London Estates.

Location:

Spinningfields, Manchester

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

July 2015

The Kitchens

Hospitality

The reception fit out design by Architects Tim Groom Associates and Youth Studio embodies a profound respect and understanding of the differing relationships between the materials / palette. Aluminium, steel, masonry, brickwork, reclaimed and new Oak, marble, soft wool boucle & woven fabrics. The design prioritised authenticity over embellishment and the Truth of Materials ethos from the Bauhaus movement

Overview

The six independent food operators were involved in a competition funded by Michael Ingall CEO and founder with the eventual winner receiving investment and help to develop them from pop up food stall operators to fully fledged restauranteurs. Select Interiors Ltd designed all the bespoke joinery counters and finishes in collaboration with Soo Wilkinson and the Allied London Estates team.

hospitality interior design

Scope of Works

Dry lining, plastering, electrical, data, lighting, decoration, bespoke workshop and site joinery, resin flooring and bespoke graphics.

Interior Design

Works were completed over an 8-week programme and the space was used for a hit TV series – The Million Pound Menu (with Fred Sirieix hosting) featuring fledgling street food vendors to develop their concepts and entrepreneurial skills with prize money and exposure

Hospitality interior design, restaurant fit out, bar fit out by Select Interiors

Carl's thoughts

“We transformed The Kitchens at Spinningfields into a contemporary, welcoming dining destination, combining bespoke joinery, modern finishes, and functional layouts to enhance the guest experience.”

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Inner West Coffee

Inner West

Hospitality

REWRITE Concept design establishes a foundational framework that steers the development and realization of a project, ensuring a cohesive and well-guided evolution from vision to completion.

Location:

New Bailey, Manchester

Sector:

Hospitality

Date:

May 2021

Inner West

Hospitality

Select Interiors worked closely with our fab clients Nicola + Steve to take a newly developed shell + core unit within the Filaments New Bailey and transform the space into the uber cool independent artisan coffee and deli shop ‘Inner West’. We provided a full service of design and build.

Overview

Our team worked hard to provide numerous cost saving options along the way to meet the clients budget. and formal meeting space with Crittall glazing and slim-line sliding screens.

Scope of Works

Scope of works included: 2D layout plans, 3D visuals, M&E, plumbing, bespoke joinery, WC’s, commercial kitchen, LVT flooring, counter, tiling.

Carl's thoughts

“Our design and build service turned an empty unit into Inner West, a stylish coffee shop featuring custom counters, LVT flooring, and a fully equipped kitchen, all within budget.”

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