POPUP CULTURE
Our collab brings the best in the business together to creative next level pop-up experiences and immersive worlds.
We work with a network of like-minded and talented people with unique skills across industries such as, film and televison, construction and fabrication, landscapes and interiors. Every project is unique so we chosoe the right team to bring your idea to life.
MEET SOME OF OUR PEOPLE :
Art Director & Event Designer
Hayley Brown ( theartdept.co.nz)
Hayley is an ideas machine enthusiastically drivng every project to the next level. She can visually translate a brand, create a strong concept and actualise it with detailed execution. Hayley works with Auckland leading hospitality groups, architects and events to create emotive interiors and experiences.
Projects / Clients include:
Burning Lamb Festival - AL Brown & Co , Auckland Art Gallery , Ti Ora Tea , Viva , Janda Events, Avroko New York ( Poni Room , Saxon & Parole, Ghost Donkey) Federal Delicatessen / Depot / Best Ugly Bagels, Britomart Hospitality , Burger Burger, Naumi Hotels AUckland & Wellington
Concept, Design & Build
Troy While
( colossal.as )
Mutli-talented and visionary, Troy background in hospitality, fit-outs and outdoor landscapes. Adept at creating, well honed environments, he collides creative nous, construction acumen and the colossal crew to being our popup worlds to life.
Hospo Man
Samrudh Akuthota
( GG Flaming / Sataya Chai Lounge Hyderabad Hotel )
The food man, the drink man... the man.
Sammy is a connoisseur of all things edible and imbibe-able. A King of the Auckland hospitality scene, he's a master of great food and great service. managing multiple restaurants, / bars and events.
Art Director & Event Designer
Hayley Brown ( theartdept.co.nz)
Set Design & Fabrication
Nick Komornicki ( buccaneer ltd)
Nick brings next level energy, creativity and vast technical skills to every project . Orginally from the UK, Nick has a background in construction and civil engineering and has since worked globally on commerical design and development projects. and in the Film and Television industry where he leads teams to create detailed props and set features
Spatial Designer +
Hannah Rayneau
( theartdept.nz )
Solid as a rock, Hannah's practical , down to earth attitude ensures we all get on with it and get stuff done! With a valuable background in hospo, she is now holds a degree in spatial design meaning she can take care or plans and 3d models, but really she's all round superwoman. Period.
SMUGGLERS COVE ( SAN FRANSISCO ) THE POPUP
with GG Flamingo / Sataya Chai Lounge & Choice Hospitality
The Popup Culture team recreated the eclectic Tiki hut style of Smugglers Cove San Fransisco in a Ponsonby warehouse.