Founded 2015
London
An international boutique hospitality project agency, led by experience. We guide owners, investors and brands from the first idea to a venue that guests love and that performs for years.
Founded by hospitality specialist Tristram Hillier after three decades leading and growing restaurant and bar businesses, Kanvass bridges commercial strategy, design and delivery under one accountable team.
Our 360 degree approach, Total Transformation, covers every angle from strategic conception through to interior design, project management and co-ordination of the fit out, until you are open and trading.
Selected projects
All projects
Every stage of the project journey.
It is never too early to involve us. We work with you from initial concept and feasibility through to a thriving business.
Approach
Creative
Our creativity is about your vision. We develop it and add the inspiration to deliver a scheme that delights your customers.
Quality
A high quality finish is non negotiable, supported by a trusted network of specialists for manufacture, build and implementation.
Time
Projects are coordinated to a pre-agreed programme, and our role is to keep it on track so you open and trade on time.
Budget
A Quantity Surveyor is appointed at the outset to build a cost plan, with regular check points through delivery.
In their words
01 / 05“Smart, creative and industry savvy. The team have a wealth of expertise across all project areas. Kanvass support us to bring our ideas to life. A valuable part of our team”
“The attention to detail that Kanvass go into at an early stage of the project is very impressive. Through this early detail, it allows their clients vision and designs to come perfectly together in a functional format.”
“Their professionalism, their can-do attitude and their talent for design are just a few of the reasons why I would not hesitate to use Kanvass again on future projects or indeed recommend them to others”
“A great team who care a huge amount about our brand. They are a pleasure to work with delivering us a high-quality product.”
“Creative design team delivered the stunning interior we envisioned. Highly professional, organised, deadlines and budget oriented full project management service. All future projects done by myself will start with Kanvass.”
Working with The Columbo Group, Lambert Smith Hampton, The Petersham Hotel, Los Banderos, Heritage, 7 Saints, The Hippodrome, Brindisa, Juliette at Harrods, Porte Noire by Idris Elba and David Farber, and independent operators across the UK, the Middle East, Asia and beyond.
Latest news
Journal
The Importance of a Business Plan in Hospitality
In the fast-paced and highly competitive hospitality industry, a well-structured business plan isn’t just a formality. It’s a critical blueprint for success.
The Rise of AI in UK Hospitality
Driving personalised service and operational efficiency in the face of rising costs.
Kanvass and Forbes top 10 Best London Restaurants
Top 10 Best Restaurants in London: Porte Noire, interior design by Kanvass.