Bistro 85 - a new space for innovation and showcasing Kerrygold Butter & Pilgrims Choice Cheese
Ornua Foods UK is a leading global supplier of dairy products to major retailers and foodservice operators. With a heritage in quality and a culture built around continuous product innovation, the team at their Leek site required a dedicated environment to accelerate new product development and enhance customer collaboration.
Ornua approached us with a clear vision: to create a purpose-built Innovation Kitchen and development space that enabled creativity, technical excellence, and compelling customer experiences.
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Revitalise Your Space
A well-designed space has an impact on productivity, morale and office culture. It can be the difference between attracting the great staff your business needs to thrive or them leaving because they have found a better environment elsewhere.
Bistro 85 combines the functionality of a commercial kitchen with the inviting look and feel of a bistro / deli — designed and built by the exceptional team at APSS, with invaluable support from our on-site engineers. Together, they’ve created a space that fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
Thomas Allen, Head of Product Innovation, Ornua Foods UK
Our Approach
A key priority was ensuring the kitchen performed to a professional standard. We installed commercial‑grade equipment, high‑performance surfaces suitable for dairy development and specialist tools needed for hot and cold product trials. The layout was designed to optimise movement and efficiency for the development team, ensuring that every element of the space supported a smooth R&D workflow.
We also placed strong emphasis on customer experience. The space was designed to host tastings, presentations and collaborative workshops, complete with a dedicated presentation area and a large-format display for sharing concepts or connecting remotely. Warm lighting, carefully selected materials and brand-led finishes helped create an inviting and professional environment.
The Result
The new Ornua Innovation Kitchen provides the team with a modern, high-impact environment that elevates their ability to develop, test, and present new dairy solutions.
Key outcomes include:
- A significantly enhanced R&D workflow
- A more impressive customer visit experience—supporting sales conversations
- A dedicated hub for cross-functional collaboration
- A space that reflects Ornua’s commitment to quality and innovation
Ornua’s teams in Leek now have a facility that not only supports product development but also acts as an inspiring showcase for their brand and capabilities.
