Fish friers Review - Mar / Apr 2012 - Issue 2 - National Federation of ...

Shop Watch: MR CHIPS, NEWARK
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Mr Chips
Mr Chips on Northgate in Newark has recently undergone a
major refurbishment which has given the take-away an
impressive and much needed visual transformation.
Project brief
With a well established reputation for producing traditional fish and
chips and a selection of grilled kebabs and pies, it was considered
that the existing shop did not portray the same level of quality
associated with the food on offer and a refurbishment in terms of
visual identity was required. The take-away had become dated and
was in a less than impressive state with no real sense of character
or identity, there were no significant features that provided any
visual impact within the space, and this combined with an underutilised
and ergonomically restrictive space for preparing the food.
The recent works have totally transformed the space with a number
of bespoke features and high quality material finishes adding to the
dramatic modification of the take-away interior.
The main points of the refurbishment include:-
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The complete strip out of the existing shop unit, all wall and floor
materials, ceilings, lighting and redundant electrics were
removed throughout. The servery area was re-configured to
accommodate the new high efficiency range, prep tables and
fridges; this allowed a much more user friendly and ergonomic
space to prepare food.
The existing shop front was removed, and replaced with a new
black powder coated aluminium framed shop front window with
a new entrance door to match; the existing areas of wall have
all been finished in a black tiled finish which helps to accentuate
the new shop front. It was felt that the signage was in a good
state and though the existing fascia has been replaced with a
new black powder coated fascia, the signage was re-instated
with additional illumination. These simple yet eye catching
elements really add a sense of quality and modernity in terms
of aesthetics whilst providing the Mr Chips with a strong visual
identity.
A series of high quality materials and finishes have been used
throughout the take-away and servery areas, this expression of
finishes further add to the strong visual identity of the shop,
continued on from the new shop front and signage. White gloss
tiles and large pale green glass mosaics have been used on the
walls throughout the space, with a textured black slate tile used
on the floor in the customer area.
An impressive image of Newark Castle has been inserted within
the mosaic tiled section of wall in the customer area of the shop,
a feature that really stands out within the space and provides
the shop with a sense of historical context.
Other features within the take-away refurbishment included; a
new plasterboard ceiling has been fitted throughout, finished in
a striking white paint finish.
Low energy recessed light fittings have been utilised throughout
the takeaway and servery areas offering a subtle glow
throughout the space. Illuminated menu boards have been fitted
to a lowered bulkhead ceiling within the servery area.
Commenting on the refurbishment, the owner Joe Correia said,
“The work Elite did was fantastic, everything that we asked for
or that was required was completed on time and to schedule.
Our customers have been really impressed and even for this
time of year business has definitely improved. We would
recommend Elite to anyone”.