Hightail Bar is a bar that was built in 2017, based in Dockland, Australia. This interior was designed by Techne Architecture and Interior Design and has an eclectic and vibrant ambiance to resemble the concept of “the watering hole”. With Graeme Base’s book illustrations as inspiration, texture and colour are made the intriguing elements of the space. Natural finishes, stained in blues and greens represent the water in these illustrations. The mix of natural materials, neon lights, and various patterns and textures gives tiki bar-like vibes to keep the crowd in a cheerful mood. The floor plan is open to the bar and has unique spaces for a variation of gatherings. The highlight of this lounge is the wine bar and the beer bar that stands out amongst the main pathways which fluidly weave around The two bars. The finishes are visible from the entrance where the neon sign, “Hightail Bar,” hangs. The vibrant colours and natural materials peek through to the entrance, giving a level of interest while walking by. The blue, neon sign is accompanied by a large shadow box in the shape of an ‘H’ for an intriguing gateway to the bar.   

Amongst the many colours at Hightail bar, blue is the underlying accent colour, unifying the different zones. Near the wine bar, there is bar height seating with royal blue stools and blue stained slatted details on the ceiling, primarily for acoustic blocking. The materials that make up this area are coloured tile, brass and timber cladding on the ceiling. The bar front consists of terra cotta tile, vertically stacked, directing your eye to the beverages. The undulating ceiling is layered to mimic the waves and is made similar to the pattern on the floor. This outlines the different zones in the space. Some spaces are more intimate than others to appeal to a diverse crowd, such as the large circle booths, surrounded in wood.

The beer bar is structured similarly to the wine bar but using materials such as concrete, cork and copper. Many of the walls have different murals to bring excitement to the space and create an immersive environment. One side of the bar incorporates large floor to ceiling and overhead windows to allow for plenty of natural light. This brings out the natural materials in the room and saturates the colour. With all the texture, colour and shapes, visitors can have a pleasurable experience walking through the space.