Product: Moss Design Elements & Rusticork Bark
Adare, Co. Limerick, Ireland
Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa, a proud founding member of Original Irish Hotels, has evolved significantly since its humble beginnings over 40 years ago. Originally established as a modest four-bedroom bed and breakfast byMary and Dick Fitzgerald to supplement their farming income, the establishment has grown into an award-winning, four-star hotel boasting 89 rooms and employing over 200 people.
The Challenge
Timmy Macs Bistro, renowned as one of the finest restaurants in Adare, prides itself on offering a diverse menu featuring locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, many of which come from the hotel’s own organic farm and Mary’s Organic Garden. However, the restaurant faced a significant challenge: excessive sound reverberation near the open-plan kitchen, creating an unpleasant dining experience during busy times.
The Vision
Mary Fitzgerald envisioned a refurbishment that would not only solve the acoustic issues but also bring the beauty of the hotel’s extensive gardens and grounds inside the restaurant. This was the perfect opportunity to create an extraordinary wall feature that would embody the natural essence of the hotel’s surroundings.
The Solution
Following the recommendation from Tailor&Wolf, the lead Interior Designers on the project, the client selected a 7-metre wall area for this innovative installation. Mary envisioned a stunning centrepiece featuring tree bark and moss, reflecting the lush greenery of the hotel’s gardens. In collaboration with Freund, a design was developed using Greenwood Moss Extra Plus and Rusticork Bark to bring this vision to life.
Greenwood Moss Extra
Greenwood Moss is one of our products from the Moss Design Elements Range, these walls are crafted from real, low-grown forest moss, inviting viewers to pause, breathe, and relax. The forest moss used creates a unique sense of well-being and can be fashioned into flat (2D) or undulating (3D) designs.
Greenwood Moss Extra
Greenwood Moss is one of our products from the Moss Design Elements Range, these walls are crafted from real, low-grown forest moss, inviting viewers to pause, breathe, and relax. The forest moss used creates a unique sense of well-being and can be fashioned into flat (2D) or undulating (3D) designs.
Overview of Greenwood Moss
100% natural forest moss
Unique, maintenance-free
Requires no light, watering, or feeding (recommended humidity: 40%-60%)
Pairs well with other mosses, preserved plants, wood, ferns, etc.
Customizable to precise specifications
Available in standard sizes (round or square)
Optional custom shapes (e.g., room dividers, maps, free-form shapes)
Optional moss edging with B1 fire resistance upon request
Easy to mount
Rusticork Bark
Rusticork Bark is favoured for its lightweight nature and ease of wall installation. Its raw, organic character, with natural colours ranging from light to dark brown, offers a striking contrast to clean, minimalist designs. Additionally, Rusticork Bark enhances indoor climates by absorbing sound and heat.
Overview of Rusticork Bark:
Natural cork bark
Regenerative material
Exceptionally lightweight
Good insulator (noise and temperature)
Available in 600 x 900 mm sheets
Usable with or without a frame
Ideal for combining with Evergreen Premium
The Result
The feature wall at Timmy Macs Bistro has become a stunning focal point, attracting visitors from near and far. Not only has it transformed the restaurant into a major talking point, but it has also significantly improved the acoustics, neutralising the previously loud environment. Mary Fitzgerald is thrilled with this beautiful and functional addition to the restaurant, which seamlessly brings the tranquillity of nature indoors.
Looking Ahead
This remarkable project is just one example of the many innovative solutions we offer. Whether you’re looking to enhance acoustics, bring natural beauty indoors, or create a unique focal point, our products are designed to meet your needs and elevate your next project.
