Fanatics Inc.
Reinvention of a Central Park Landmark
The reopening of Tavern on the Green—one of New York’s most iconic destinations—required a refined yet durable design approach, balancing elegance with the demands of a high-volume hospitality environment.
Overview
The project called for a casual, elevated dining experience rooted in craftsmanship, while ensuring the furniture program could withstand intensive daily use at scale.
Meraki's principals were contracted to deliver a fully custom furniture program to elevate the guest experience while performing under continuous, high-traffic conditions.
Scope
Working alongside designer Lori Kuepler, Meraki principals were engaged to:
- Translate a hand-crafted design vision into a scalable, executable program
- Source and coordinate production with artisanal fabricators in Lake Como, Italy
- Develop a cost-efficient furniture budget aligned with bespoke design intent
- Lead full-service project planning, procurement, and implementation
- Manage intricate customization across multiple furniture typologies
Project Profile
- Fully bespoke furniture program
Including banquettes, seating, lounge tables, and benches - Quantity 242 loose-seating elements
Supporting a total interior capacity of 400+ seats - 40,000 SF hospitality environment
Delivered with consistency across dining, lounge, and circulation areas - Artisanal fabrication + material integrity
Designed to withstand high-volume wear while maintaining aesthetic quality
KPIs + Results
- Custom Design Executed at Scale
Seamless translation from hand-drawn concept to fully installed environment - Durability + Longevity in High-Traffic Us
Furniture continues to perform in one of NYC’s most demanding hospitality settings - Cost Discipline Within a Fully Bespoke Program
Balanced craftsmanship with budget control and procurement strategy - Complex Implementation Delivered Successfully
Coordinated international sourcing, fabrication, and on-site execution
Outcome
This project demonstrates the ability to bridge artisan craftsmanship with operational performance — delivering custom environments that are both beautiful and built to last.