Team Cardiff Life
October 2, 2025
Cardiff Developments

Chef Tom Simmons and 4Real Creative Partner to revive Cardiff’s Historic Park House

Renowned Welsh chef Tom Simmons has joined forces with local 3D visualisation studio 4Real Creative to digitally bring to life his plans for Cardiff’s iconic Park House. The goal? To transform the historic landmark into a premier dining destination.

The building has exceptional interest, as a French Gothic masterpiece designed by Victorian architect William Burges for Lord Bute. Which has stood empty for 18 months since the acclaimed Park House Restaurant & Wine Bar closed its doors in 2023. Once described as “perhaps the most important 19th-century house in Wales,” this landmark venue is now set to undergo a dramatic transformation.

Thanks to CGI renderings created by 4Real Creative, Tom Simmons’ ambitious vision for Park House can be experienced virtually even before renovation begins.

“Park House is one of Cardiff’s most remarkable buildings,” said Tom Simmons. “Working with 4Real Creative lets us explore its full potential and share a vision that celebrates its history while creating a modern, high quality dining experience.”

4Real Creative, specialists in 3D visualisation and immersive experiences, are collaborating closely with Simmons and his interior designer. Their photorealistic CGI renderings will clearly illustrate how the landmark will once again become a premier restaurant and events venue.

Mike Bolton, co-owner of 4Real Creative, added “As a local company, we are incredibly proud to be chosen to help bring Tom Simmons’ vision for Park House to life. Projects like this allow us to celebrate Cardiff’s rich heritage while applying cutting-edge visualisation techniques to showcase the building’s potential.”

The partnership promises a thrilling new chapter for Park House, generating excitement among Cardiff residents and visitors for a dining experience that perfectly balances Welsh heritage and contemporary design.

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