The revival has returned every element of the suite to its original 1953 brilliance. Led by Hare & Humphreys, specialists in restoration and conservation, the process called for over 2,000 hours of work and more than 2,750 sheets of 23.5-carat gold leaf, applied using traditional techniques.
First revealed in 1953 and created by stage designer Oliver Messel, the suite has been returned to life with an exacting precision that honours its theatrical spirit, unapologetic craft and cultural importance.
The project reflects The Dorchester’s continued commitment to celebrating places with depth and meaning. Led by some of the country’s most skilled artisans and conservators, the work brings clarity and intention back to a suite long known for its playful elegance and layered design.
Summer Barbecue and Opening of our Studio for our Team.
Our company’s core team of highly trained professionals combines extensive experience across the arts, decoration and conservation sectors with a shared ethos for delivering excellence.
Our specialist services Our team of highly skilled painters, decorators, gilders and conservators undertake diverse projects, from restoring a listed building to creating bespoke finishes in contemporary interiors. We can provide a range of interior design finishes for example painting, graining, gilding, trompe l’oeil, polished plasters, wallpaper and embossed leather. Come and see us at our newly refurbished studio and showroom where we will help you translate your ideas into reality.
Architectural Paint Research This process determines the original decoration of an element in a room or building and is an important tool determining the colours, paint used and date of each application. Should you need any help on defining your colour scheme or improving your decorative painting techniques, we would be delighted to help.
Our plan for the future 2025 has begun with the appointment of new management with a dynamic vision and mandate to expand opportunities in the conservation & heritage sector as well as generate controlled growth whilst fully respecting and retaining the traditions and ethics of the company. Hare & Humphreys new MD Thomas Wallerand states that “our founding principles of quality, fairness, integrity and a warm customer focussed service will remain implicit in all that we do as we grow our business, and our people without compromising customer satisfaction.”
Restoration and Conservation Our company’s core team of highly trained professionals combines extensive experience across the arts, decoration and conservation sectors with a shared ethos for delivering excellence. In 2001, we were honoured with the Royal Warrant as Decorators and Gilders by appointment to HM Queen Elizabeth II. The Royal Warrant was awarded for the work that H&H completed on the restoration and decoration of Windsor Castle.
To prolong the life of such valuable investments, the company can also provide a tailored maintenance programme to ensure treasured installations are always exhibiting that just finished appearance.
Our plan for the future 2025 has begun with the appointment of new management with a dynamic vision and mandate to expand opportunities in the conservation & heritage sector as well as generate controlled growth whilst fully respecting and retaining the traditions and ethics of the company. Hare & Humphreys new MD Thomas Wallerand states that “our founding principles of quality, fairness, integrity and a warm customer focussed service will remain implicit in all that we do as we grow our business, and our people without compromising customer satisfaction.
Founded in 1987, Hare & Humphreys has evolved into one of Britain’s leading specialists in the painting, gilding, conservation and decoration of historic and contemporary buildings. Working both nationally and internationally, our dedicated team of experienced painters, decorators, gilders and conservators offer an unparalleled range of restoration and decoration services based upon years of experience in both the private and public sectors.
Our company’s core team of highly trained professionals combine extensive experience across the arts, decoration and conservation sectors with a shared ethos for delivering excellence. In 2001, we were honoured with the Royal Warrant as Decorators and Gilders by appointment to HM Queen Elizabeth II. The Royal Warrant was awarded for the work that H&H completed on the restoration and decoration of Windsor Castle
Since 2017, H&H has been allied to Atelier Première London and other sister companies that share the same values of craftmanship, heritage conservation and transmission of technical expertise.
Founded in 1987, Hare & Humphreys has evolved into one of Britain’s leading specialists in the painting, gilding, conservation and decoration of historic and contemporary buildings. Working both nationally and internationally, our dedicated team of experienced painters, decorators, gilders and conservators offer an unparalleled range of restoration and decoration services based upon years of experience in both the private and public sectors. Our company’s core team of highly trained professionals combine extensive experience across the arts, decoration and conservation sectors with a shared ethos for delivering excellence. In 2001, we were honoured with the Royal Warrant as Decorators and Gilders by appointment to HM Queen Elizabeth II. The Royal Warrant was awarded for the work that H&H completed on the restoration and decoration of Windsor Castle Since 2017, H&H has been allied to Atelier Première London and other sister companies that share the same values of craftmanship, heritage conservation and transmission of technical expertise.
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