The reopening of the Frick Museum in March was a highly anticipated event in New York City, with coverage in top publications like Architectural Digest, The New York Times, and Vogue. The renovated museum drew crowds eager to see the new Annabelle Selldorf-designed spaces.
Adding to the excitement, the museum opened a new café on June 6 called Westmoreland. Named after the Frick family’s Pullman train car, Westmoreland is a stunning space on the museum’s second floor. The café features a foyer with a mohair forest green settee and a woodland mural by Darren Waterston. The dining room is inspired by the pastel palette of rococo art, with pink floors and red bamboo chairs. Another mural by Waterston, depicting a dreamy landscape scene, adds to the ambiance.
The interiors of Westmoreland were designed by Bryan O’Sullivan Studio, who took inspiration from elements within the Frick Museum itself. The red bamboo chairs pay homage to the cherubs and monkeys depicted in the museum’s artwork, while the green color scheme reflects the paintings found in the museum and the nearby Russell Page garden.
One of the standout features of Westmoreland is the biomorphic bas relief ceiling medallions by Waterston, resembling ivy climbing on the walls. The café also features walnut tables with brass detailing and leather banquettes, giving the space an industrial flair reminiscent of Gilded Age locomotives.
Visitors can enjoy a variety of delicacies at Westmoreland, from caramelized onion and thyme scones to poached trout, all within a beautifully designed space that mirrors the artistic elegance of the Frick Museum itself. It’s a perfect place to relax and recharge before immersing oneself in the world-class art collection at the museum.
