Spotlight On: Lieux

Today we cast the Spotlight on Lieux, a small business success story. This versatile warehouse lives a double life – cafe by day, sophisticated cocktail events by night. 

Cremorne is an underrated gem in Melbourne, housing a treasure trove of bars, creative studios and event spaces within its many nooks and crannies. This is a classic mix of new and old. Warehouses and historic buildings remind us of Cremorne’s roots, and its modern bars and cafes breathe new life into the bustling area.

Lieux itself is out of the way, tucked behind busy Church Street. Step inside the stunning converted warehouse, however, and you’re exposed to your new go-to spot for events – whether you're looking for corporate chic or you're partying up a storm. With its distinctive emerald green floor, floating pendant lights and a bar made of stone, Lieux is more than just French for “place” – it’s pure elegance. 

The mood is always set to just right, complete with candles and lanterns adorning the spaces to keep you looking flawless and your alcohol-induced dancing looking way better than it probably is. Need to step outside to cool off after tearing up the dance floor? Lieux's deck is just the fix. It’s not just for smokers or deep mid-party conversations. Let the party take its natural course and overflow into the outdoor space. Take advantage of these final barmy nights and enjoy the sweet alfresco vibes.

Lieux hasn't always operated as a popular event space – Venuemob's Marketplace Growth Manager, Grace Collins, has worked closely with the Lieux team and can attest to that. She describes Lieux's growing success as "one of those crazy inspiring small business success stories we all love hearing about".

The venue brought in a new revenue stream for itself when the team decided to venture into the events industry and make the most of the striking space. "Lieux has always been a cafe and focused on the day to day operations of the business" says Collins. Lieux started to gain much more traction in business when they "focused on the big picture and true potential of the business" and started to "capitalise on the events market".

"It's crazy how a venue can remain so true to form and triple its functions revenue over such a short amount of time"

— Grace Collins, Marketplace Growth Manager

The most popular events at Lieux are engagement parties, corporate cocktail parties and 40ths, but the space is also perfect for 21sts, end of financial year celebrations, weddings, and your standard “any excuse will do” soiree.