Archie Rose engaged Colab Design Group to deliver a premium 16-seat pop-up bar at Sydney Airport’s T1 International Departures, translating its Rosebery distillery aesthetic into a bold, high-impact presence during the peak summer travel period.

Archie Rose Distillery

Pop Up Cocktail Bar 2019

T1 International, Sydney Airport

Custom Pop-Up Design, production, build, project management.

Up to 12M visitors over summer activation

A standout airport activation that elevated the travel experience and showcased Archie Rose to millions of global passengers.

Colab delivered a striking custom-built bar anchored by a real copper-clad counter with natural patina, paired with dark framing, layered shelving and native greenery to echo Archie Rose’s industrial-luxe identity. Backlit bottle displays and an open circular layout balanced strong visual impact with seamless airport functionality. The result was a standout activation in T1 Departures, elevating the passenger experience and bringing a distinctly Australian pre-flight ritual to Sydney Airport.

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