Elicyon and Lalique to create an Intimate Bar Room for WOW! house 2026

Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, London

Award-winning interior design studio Elicyon will collaborate with iconic French crystal house Lalique on an intimate Bar Room that explores contemporary entertaining through craft, proportions, and quiet drama for WOW! house 2026. Conceived as a modern box of delights, the 20-square-metre space reimagines the ritual of hosting at home, offering moments of surprise, contemplation, and refined indulgence.

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​Set within the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, the Bar Room unfolds as a jewel-like retreat. Elicyon’s design is deliberately serene, shaped by softened architectural forms
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​and a carefully calibrated palette of materials. Lalique crystal is integrated throughout, appearing in furniture, wall and bar panels, lighting and sculptural objects, not as ornament but as an intrinsic architectural element, animating the space with light, reflection and texture. Elicyon presents a refined and sculpted environment that is both elegant in its utility and meditative in atmosphere. The resulting space balances effortless hospitality with quiet poise, capturing Elicyon’s signature expression of contemporary, quiet luxury.

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​Timber panelling wraps the room, hosting bar cabinetry, discreet storage, and a champagne fridge within its refined walls. Compartments open to reveal back-lit display niches, transforming intrigue into moments of discovery. Lalique’s iconic crystal panels are reinterpreted in a bold, asymmetrical composition, offset by a stretched fabric ceiling and sumptuous carpet underfoot, lending softness and acoustic calm.

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​The concept of the box of delights is expressed through layers. Pendant lights and backlit alcoves showcase Lalique’s craftsmanship, from historic designs to contemporary pieces, while surfaces are selected to evoke stillness and tactility. Compartments also deliver surprise treats for the visitor. The result is a space that rewards curiosity, revealing its character gradually rather than at first glance.

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​“This is a room that celebrates the pleasure of unveiling, a journey for the curious,” says Charu Gandhi, Founder and Director of Elicyon. “Luxury here is about precision, comfort and atmosphere rather than spectacle. We wanted the space to feel intimate and indulgent, and to present Lalique through a crisp, contemporary lens.”

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​The Bar Room also reflects a renewed cultural interest in entertaining at home. Within a modest footprint, Elicyon has created a setting that functions equally as bar, lounge and social retreat, a place for conversation, repose and ritual.

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​“Hosting is back at the forefront,” adds Rebecca Larn, Associate Director at Elicyon. “This room shows how even a small space can feel both glamorous and grounding. It’s layered but effortless, somewhere to unwind, pour a drink or gather with friends. It is refined, but also doesn’t take itself too seriously, evoking moments of fun and surprise.”

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​Craft lies at the heart of the collaboration. Lalique’s century-long mastery of crystal is paired with Elicyon’s contemporary approach to materiality and form. Arches and curves reference Lalique’s Art Deco heritage and flagship architecture, reinterpreted in a modern idiom. Every element, from the glow of a wall sconce to the curvature of a joinery detail, is designed to heighten the sensory experience.

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​“We are delighted to partner with Elicyon on a space that celebrates crystal in a contemporary way,” says Frederick Fischer, Managing Director, Lalique UK. “Crystal brings light, depth and surprise to any interior, and the bar is a perfect setting for Lalique to shine in a modern context.”

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​Together, Elicyon and Lalique present a room that is at once serene and spirited, a contemporary expression of craft, heritage and the art of living well.

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​The WOW! House Bar has been conceived as a truly shoppable exhibition, where every element is available for purchase. Designed with flexibility in mind, the Bar can be seamlessly integrated into both residential and commercial environments, offering a ready-made statement space of exceptional craftsmanship and design.

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​For enquiries, please contact: jboyd@lalique.fr

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​List of Lalique items at the WOW! House Bar (not exhaustive):

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​Please get in touch for pricing, availability, or to discuss incorporating the Bar into your project.

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​Notes to Editors

​About Elicyon

Founded in 2014, Elicyon has established a reputation for creating luxury, tailored interiors for private clients, residential developers and commercial spaces, both in the UK and globally. At its helm is founder and director, Charu Gandhi, whose international upbringing, formal architectural training and enquiring intellect inform her elegant and considered approach to interior design. Charu is joined by Associate Director Rebecca Larn and a team of experienced designers, architects and project managers - dedicated to tailored environments and client-led design. Together, the 40-strong team has delivered over 100 spectacular projects across the UK and internationally. Materiality, texture and craft are at the heart of the Elicyon aesthetic. Charu and her team span a number of creative disciplines including interior design, architecture, project management and digital design, working closely with like-minded craftspeople to deliver their vision.
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​www.elicyon.com

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​About Lalique
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Founded in 1888 by visionary artist René Lalique, Lalique is a symbol of audacity, elegance, and artistic excellence. As one of the most prestigious French crystal glass houses, Lalique is synonymous with masterful craftsmanship, timeless design, and unparalleled savoir-faire. With an instantly recognisable aesthetic, Lalique transforms everyday moments into extraordinary experiences. From decorative objects to interior design, jewellery, perfumes, art, and hospitality, every creation embodies a refined lifestyle. Lalique collaborates with renowned artists and designers, including Zaha Hadid, Damien Hirst, Anish Kapoor, Yves Klein, Arik Levy, Terry Rodgers, and James Turrell, to craft extraordinary pieces that unite innovation and tradition. These exclusive partnerships bring bold artistic visions to life through Lalique’s exceptional craftsmanship. Since 1922, each work of art is handcrafted in Lalique’s historic Alsace manufacture, ensuring a legacy of excellence.
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​www.lalique.com

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​Key Suppliers:
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Key Supplier: Lalique
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​Interior Designer: Elicyon

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​Created with the help of:
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​Joinery – James Wellesley
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​Bespoke Pendant Light and Ceiling Rose/ Canopy – Iberian Lighting
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​Bespoke Carpet – Edition 1.6.9
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​Lighting Consultant – NB Lighting & Design
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​Upholstery & Bespoke Light Fabrics – Pierre Frey
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​Cushion Fabric – Fromental
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​AV (Lutron and Sound System) – CSS
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​Stool Details – Shemsian Marquetry
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​Sofa, Bar Stook and Pouffe Upholstery - Etons Bespoke
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​Dometico – Bar Fridge
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​Light Fittings – John Cullen
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​Sockets – Corston
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​Silk Ceiling Fabric and Curtains – James Hare