Groves Nurseries (GB)
| Place | Bridport, GB |
| Realisation | 2017/2018 |
| Surface | 415 m2 |
| Type | Highlight curved glass construction |
| Architect | Malcolm Scott Consultant |
| Purpose | Restaurant |
Restaurant for customers all year round
In the idyllic coastal town of Bridport (GB) Smiemans Projecten built a restaurant of 415 m² next to the existing garden centre of Groves nurseries.
A bright and inviting restaurant space
The light-filled space offers a warm and inviting atmosphere where customers can relax, enjoy a meal, and stay connected with the surrounding green environment.
HighLight curved glass construction
This restaurant is a HighLight arched greenhouse that is 8.5 metres high at the ridge of the roof. The space is split up into a restaurant, a conservatory and an outdoor terrace. It has room for over 300 visitors. The design is by the architects Malcolm Scott Consultants. The restaurant was opened May 2018.
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Owner Charlie Groves: “Very exciting to see work progressing nicely on Ivy House! Great job CG Fry & Son, Malcolm Scott Consultants and Smiemans Projecten." |
From design to completion: your trusted partner
With more than 50 years of experience in building glass constructions for the garden retail and hospitality sectors, We deliver tailor-made solutions from concept to completion.
Our approach ensures that every new restaurant or extension aligns with the architectural identity and operational needs of the garden centre.
Experience in glass restaurants and extensions
Smiemans has realised multiple restaurant projects in recent years, each adapted to the client’s vision and surroundings:
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Plantorama Amager (DK) – A large restaurant area under a wide-span roof integrated within a modern garden centre concept.
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A rooftop glasshouse restaurant, offering panoramic city views and demonstrating the versatility of glass architecture.
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Longacres (UK) – A major restaurant extension completed while the garden centre remained open to customers – proof of our ability to plan and build efficiently without disruption.
Each project shows our strength in combining aesthetic transparency with technical performance – resulting in sustainable, climate-resilient, and customer-friendly environments.
A climate-resilient and functional glass design
Our restaurant constructions combine architectural elegance with proven functionality:
- Natural light and ventilation for an optimal indoor climate;
- Energy-efficient glazing and smart shading options;
- Acoustic and thermal comfort for all-year use;
- Materials and detailing that meet strict building and safety standards;
- Flexible layouts for seating, catering, and customer flow.
These principles ensure a safe, durable, and enjoyable space that adds long-term value to any garden centre or hospitality venue.
Building or expanding your restaurant?
Whether you are planning a new restaurant within your garden centre or an extension to your existing facilities, Smiemans Projecten can support you from the earliest design stage.
We combine decades of expertise with innovative construction systems to deliver glass buildings that are sustainable, distinctive, and built for future growth.
Looking for a restaurant for your garden centre?
Count on us for smart advice and innovative solutions!
- Clear advice about innovations and possibilities
- Guidance on all facets from start to finish
- Always the latest technologies and systems
- Insured for service and warranty