The reception sets an immediate tone – a lively orange-and-pink striped carpet meets a Jimmy Pike-designed wallpaper, its expressive brushstrokes infusing the entry with a sense of movement and optimism. It’s a bold composition, one that instantly signals the motel’s new identity while maintaining its easygoing charm.
In the guestrooms, Studio Tate used colour as both a unifying and grounding element. Soft sky-blue ceilings and sandy walls echo the peninsula and coastal horizon, while mint-green doors and burnt-orange signage nod to the building’s retro origins, and custom joinery and soft furnishings balance practicality with warmth. The integration of an open storage console, minibar and compact dining nook speaks to the studio’s ongoing interest in crafting spaces that feel generous within modest footprints. Upholstered bedheads in Jimmy Pike fabric and teal carpet lend comfort and tactile interest, balancing playfulness with calm. “Through the strategic application of colour and texture, the atmosphere has been transformed to feel both vibrant and inviting,” says Addison.
