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the venue
Andiron, HTX
the vibes
The project
Wood fire steakhouse with warm wood and copper interior
Semi-permanent, large-scale faux floral feature arrangements
restaurant florals
Andiron was a gorgeous restaurant concept that drew on "traditions from Texas and travels abroad to upend expectations of the wood-burning steakhouse." According to eater.com, "Sambrooks Hospitality, the restaurant group that operates the Pit Room and Michelin-recognized Tex-Mex restaurant Candente, opened the swanky, live-fire steakhouse in April 2023. The restaurant quickly became known for its vibey ambiance, unconventional decor, and a menu that touted dishes like wagyu katsu sandwiches, salt-crusted sandwiches, and beef carpaccio, all of which incorporated live fire."
THE brand lore:
the project details
When New York-based interior design firm AvroKO first approached me to commission Andiron's semi-permenant grand opening floral designs, the vision they had developed with the client was for earthy arrangements that reflected the raw wood and copper fits and finishes of the dining room itself, and also incorporated nods to local flora with culinary uses; herbs like Texas sage and rosemary. The original ask was a full-ceiling hanging installation of dried herbs and grains at the entrance to the space, above the hostess station, but much like the restaurant concept itself, the design brief kept evolving to best serve the needs of the client (and their guests), and ultimately I ended up creating a collection of eight large-scale arrangements using faux and dried materials, and sourcing/hand-painting six of the vessels to achieve the exact coper patina we wanted, but were unable to find in the marketplace. I was brought back for one season update of the floral designs before the restaurant completed its final day of service in March of 2025. It was an honor to be a part of such an experimental venture.
the breif
the collaborators
AvroKO NYC | Sambrooks Management Company
After two memorable years, our time at Andiron has come to a bittersweet end. While it’s always an extremely difficult decision to close a concept, I am incredibly proud that our team brought to life something unique on the Houston dining scene, and continuously delivered the highest levels of food and service.
Andiron was a magical place, and we are proud of the experiences we were able to create for our community. Sambrooks Hospitality remains intensely committed to our Michelin recognized Candente and two Pit Room restaurants, where our love for quality barbecue and authentic Tex-Mex shine brightest. We look forward to what’s to come in the future for our company and both restaurant concepts.- Michael Sambrooks, owner
Andiron
Hi, I’m Hannah — florist, folklore enthusiast, and your local moss goblin with a penchant for logistics planning
I run Edges Wild Studio, a one-woman floral design house where story, art, and botany meet. Whether you're planning a wedding that feels more like a spell than a ceremony or building an immersive brand campaign that needs a wild world to hold it in, I'm your gal. My work blends myth and material together, through meticulous planning, sharp creative instincts, and the occasional zip tie. I have a wealth of experience in weddings, editorial shoots, public art, brand launches, and many weirdly wonderful one-offs. I specialize in taking your vision (even the half-formed and too-strange-for-Pinterest) and giving it tactile, visual form that people remember. I would love to hear from you if you're ready to create something unrepeatable, unexpected, and intensely alive!
