In the heart of Vancouver, Canada, lies a somewhat secretive lair of intrigue and wonder, one that recalls the hidden doors and in-the-know passwords of bygone speakeasies and conjures the lush, untamed setting of Rudyard Kipling’s “The Jungle Book” at every turn. With the revered tome as inspiration, Designer Marie Soliman of Bergman Design House called upon deep, earthy tones and rich textures and materials to take visitors on a journey into the world of Mowgli and his animal friends, including his protective mentor and the bar’s namesake, Bagheera. “Like Bagheera himself, the bar exudes a sense of mystery and sophistication, inviting guests to embrace their wild side as they indulge in an unforgettable evening,” explains Soliman.
“As we envisioned Bagheera, the tale of the wandering merchant materialized … an intrepid voyager, a seeker amassing treasures from his daring escapades across distant lands.” – Marie Soliman
Antique coins and jewelry were hand-selected in India to embellish the transportive space that glows with the warm, flickering light of wall lanterns. The golden pieces add to a sense of discovery that leads the curious eye from a hand-carved timber bar topped with luminous black onyx and tiger’s-eye stones to the menagerie of exotic flora and fauna that play together on the wallcoverings. The goal of this immersive experience? “Guests should feel they have stepped into a magical train carriage full of objects and desires,” Soliman shares, “where the air is filled with a sense of adventure and mystery.”
Photography by Kyrani Kanavaros.
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