Celebrate summer in Ladbroke Hall’s new garden dining space

The London arts space introduces an al fresco oasis boasting a landscape design by Luciano Giubbilei and a pavilion by Jean Prouvé

ladbroke hall garden
(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

London, without a doubt, is an epicentre of creative forces in constant motion. Last year, in April 2023, Ladbroke Hall materialised as a vessel for contemporary art, design, culture and food inside a 1903 Grade II-listed building in Notting Hill. Led by Julien Lombrail and Loic Le Gaillard of Carpenters Workshop Gallery, the arts space has seen many initiatives flourish since its opening.

Ladbroke Hall introduces outdoor dining and secret garden

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

Its restaurant Pollini, brought together by Italian chef Emanuele Pollini and architect Vincenzo De Cotiis, was awarded the Best Restaurant recognition in the Wallpaper* Design Awards 2024 for its range of classic Italian dishes presented against breathtaking contemporary art. Meanwhile, its gallery space, which serves as Carpenters Workshop Gallery’s London flagship, continues to attract visitors for its curated seasonal cultural program celebrating the best of art, design and learning.

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

Coinciding with the onset of spring and summer, the arts and social club now introduces a tranquil garden and al fresco dining space by London-based landscape designer Luciano Giubbilei. Seeing the success of Pollini, the Carpenters Workshop Gallery team sought to extend the fine dining experience by adding a private pavilion to the bamboo-rich oasis. The outdoor seating area, which also boasts an intimate setting for 70 guests, continues chef Emanuele Pollini’s menu, enriched by seasonal elements.

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

The extraordinary pavilion housing the new al fresco restaurant was designed by the influential French architect Jean Prouvé at the end of World War II as part of the atelier’s ‘demountable buildings’ project: an initiative to create prefab homes for French people displaced by the war. The wooden structure was carefully restored by a specialised team who added a two-by-six-metre porch, doors and airtight windows to elevate the comfort of the space. The original painting and parquet floors were rehabilitated to maintain the spirit of the initial design. Here, it serves as a private dining space for 18.

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

‘Creating a publicly accessible garden was always an important piece of our vision for Ladbroke Hall. We wanted to create a world-class outdoor space where visitors could enjoy artworks whilst dining among them. The way the garden has been designed means that there are little hidden pockets everywhere you turn – you might encounter a sculpture by Wendell Castle nestled amongst the bamboo or a secluded table where you can enjoy the full Pollini menu,’ says Le Gaillard. In line with this, those visiting the new leafy space will have the chance to preview Carpenters Workshop Gallery’s latest exhibition ‘Monumental’, which explores themes of proportion through large-scale outdoor works.

ladbroke hall garden

An original Prouvé 'maison demountable' at Ladbroke Hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

ladbroke hall garden

(Image credit: Photography by David Brook. Courtesy of Ladbroke Hall)

Ladbroke Hall is located at 79 Barlby Rd, London, ladbrokehall.com

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Sofia de la Cruz is the Travel Editor at Wallpaper*. Before joining the team in 2023, she worked for Hypebae and Hypebeast UK, where she focused on the intersection of art, fashion, and culture. Additionally, she contributed to Futurevvorld by covering a variety of sustainability topics.

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