Freyja, Australia
A historic gem with a Nordic twist
Set within a historic 1880s Venetian landmark on Melbourne’s renowned Collins Street, restaurant Freyja offers an exceptional dining experience. Spanning two levels, it accommodates up to 130 guests, seamlessly combining the grandeur of its heritage with refined Nordic-inspired design.
Upon arrival, guests enter the light-filled upper level, where cathedral windows and a striking slatted timber ceiling evoke the Nordic maritime heritage, setting the tone for the venue’s unique atmosphere.
Matthew Gillett’s artwork is central to Freyja’s aesthetic, adding a subtle gothic edge to the space. This is balanced with metallic finishes, light sand tones, and organic materials like ceramics and soft textiles. The furniture, including the J39 chair, the Spanish Chair and the Spanish Dining Chair by Børge Mogensen, introduces warmth and elegance while maintaining practical simplicity.
In the bar area, the Spine Barstool by Space Copenhagen offers style and comfort, perfectly complementing the space for prolonged relaxation.
Bringing a place to life
Harmonious interior design caters to a spectrum of human needs — from physical comfort to emotional and social fulfilment — creating environments that respect the varied ways people live, work, and connect. A balanced approach, integrating well-crafted furniture, transforms a space into an energising sanctuary, blending connection and solitude.
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