Marmelo & Mr Mills
Chroma Group successfully delivered the high-end fit-out of Marmelo & Mr Mills, the signature food and beverage offering within Melbourne Place Hotel on Russell Street. Delivered under a negotiated arrangement, Chroma Group managed procurement, programme coordination, and construction to deliver the hotel's Portuguese-inspired restaurant and Spanish-themed basement bar, working closely with the client to undertake a comprehensive value management process that preserved the design intent while meeting budget objectives. The project included the delivery and coordination of commercial kitchen and bar facilities, bespoke joinery, premium FF&E, complex building services, and a feature staircase linking the two venues, complemented by a striking custom lighting installation that forms the centrepiece of the hospitality experience. Delivered in parallel with the base building works and within an operational hotel environment, the project required carefully planned staging, close coordination with the base builder, hotel operations, consultants, and suppliers, and rigorous quality management to align construction activities with programme and operational requirements. Through collaborative delivery and meticulous execution, Chroma Group successfully realised the client's vision, creating two distinctive hospitality destinations that seamlessly integrate with Melbourne Place Hotel while meeting the highest standards of quality, functionality, and guest experience.
Completed: November 2024
Designer: Mitchell & Eades
Client: Triple MMM Holdings
Delivery Capability & Execution
Engagement Model
Chroma Group was engaged under a negotiated delivery arrangement, enabling coordination of scope, buildability, and procurement planning prior to and during construction.
Operating Environment
Works were delivered within an operational hotel, requiring coordination with hotel management to manage access, public interfaces, and continuity of service.
Delivery Constraints
The project involved programme coordination, interface management with hotel operations, and quality requirements associated with a public-facing hospitality venue.
Execution Approach
Delivery was managed through planned staging and sequencing of works, with coordination between Chroma Group, consultants, suppliers, and hotel operations to align construction activities with operational requirements.
Quality & Safety Controls
Quality and safety were managed through established construction controls appropriate to a public-facing hospitality environment, ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational expectations.
Collaboration & Outcome
Chroma Group worked closely with the client and project stakeholders to deliver the Marmelo & Mr Mills venue in line with design intent and programme requirements, while maintaining hotel operations and guest experience throughout delivery.