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32161 WHARTON WAY,
MISSISSAUGA,

ON L4X 2B6

3236 WHARTON WAY,
MISSISSAUGA,

ON L4X 2C1

AP Restaurant

 

Toronto, ON

 

Custom Furniture Solutions for Indoor & Outdoor Spaces

RFP Design Group was commissioned to design, fabricate, and install bespoke furniture solutions for AP restaurant. AP Restaurant is a restaurant in Toronto, Ontario, Canada that occupies the highest outdoor patio in the city, on the 51st floor of the Manulife Centre at 55 Bloor Street West. The project focused on outdoor seating, dining arrangements, and a refined indoor furniture upgrade, balancing durability with high-end aesthetics.

Design & Execution

  1. Outdoor Elegance & Durability
  • Custom Love Sofas:
    • Frame: Marine-grade plywood with stainless steel bases.
    • Finish: Sapele wood with weather-resistant sealant.
    • Seating: High-density foam cushions wrapped in UV-protected upholstery.
  • Outdoor Dining Tables & Chairs:
    • Tables: Solid wood with protective UV-resistant lacquer.
    • Chairs: Stainless steel frames with powder-coated finishes.
  1. Interior Refinement & Comfort
  • Bar Stools:
    • Crafted from solid oak with upholstered seats, combining style and ergonomic support.
    • Brushed brass footrests for enhanced comfort and longevity.
  • Dining Chairs & Tables:
    • Tables: High-end solid wood with Octolux brushed bronze laminates.
    • Chairs: Upholstered in premium Alendel leather, ensuring comfort and sophistication.

 

Challenges & Solutions

  1. Outdoor Resilience & Climate Adaptation
  • Challenge: Outdoor furniture required weatherproofing for year-round durability.
  • Solution: Used marine-grade coatings and UV-resistant finishes to ensure longevity.
  1. Cohesive Indoor & Outdoor Design
  • Challenge: Creating a seamless visual and functional transition between spaces.
  • Solution: Developed matching material palettes and design elements to unify both environments.
  1. Seating Comfort & Structural Integrity
  • Challenge: Designing seating that balances ergonomic comfort with durability.
  • Solution: Engineered custom foam densities and seat heights for various seating types.

 

Final Outcome

The AP Custom Furniture Project embodies precision craftsmanship, material excellence, and ergonomic design. By integrating luxury materials with durable engineering, RFP Design Group successfully delivered a visually stunning and functionally superior hospitality space.