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In the heart of Melbourne’s Fitzroy Gardens, a historic pavilion has been reimagined as an intimate dining destination. Now home to Yiaga (a restaurant by celebrated chef Hugh Allen of Vue de Monde) the space is a refined celebration of design, produce, and Australian craft.
Working alongside architect John Wardle and the Yiaga team, Robert Gordon Interiors was commissioned to create 15,500 bespoke ceramic tiles for the project. Over weeks of production, the workshop was all hands on deck. Makers including apprentice Bill and craftsman Jett worked alongside mould maker Glauco and director Bobby to produce and perfect every piece. Each tile passed through multiple sets of hands, ensuring the final result was precise. Each tile needed to be sanded or cut to exact measurements, and a unique terracotta clay was sourced for the project.
Named after an Indigenous word meaning “to seek and find,” Yiaga embodies the spirit of discovery. With materials sourced almost entirely from Victoria, what was once a historic garden pavilion has now become one of Melbourne’s most beautiful dining experiences - a place where design, food, and craft come together in harmony.
Seating just 44 guests, Yiaga offers a dining experience deeply connected to its surroundings. Expansive garden views flow into the space, where every detail pays homage to handcrafted design. A sculptural wall of 15,500 individually made tiles forms the restaurant’s focal point, paired with custom furniture, unique lighting, and locally crafted timbers that echo the beauty of the gardens outside.
