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Locals design distinctive look for Thompson Island Brewing Co.

Designers Lisa Kammerer and Carey Graviet worked with SoDel Concepts’ in-house asset-management team to create the look for Thompson Island Brewing Company, SoDel Concepts’ newest restaurant. Shown are (l-r) Bob Wolfgang, Phill Blush, Lisa Kammerer, Carey Graviet, Mike Spence and Chris Sockriter. SUBMITTED PHOTOS
November 25, 2019
Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting attendees shown are (l-r) Carol Everhart, chamber; Lori Ruberti and Christopher Benjamin, Community Bank; Matt Patton, Lou Ortiz, Doug Ruley, Lauren Larson, Meghan King, Wes Brooks, and Brenton Lyman, Thompson Island Brewing Company crew; Liz Vitella, chamber; Steve Onuschak, Community Bank; and Katie Bragg, chamber.
Local painter and photographer Leah Beach’s work is displayed in the beer garden of Thompson Island Brewing Company.
Thompson Island Brewing Company’s interior is a modern spin on retro classics, with much of its artwork provided by local artists.

Thompson Island Brewing Company, which recently opened on Route 1 in Rehoboth Beach, is a homegrown project in many respects.

It is the 12th restaurant for Rehoboth Beach-based SoDel Concepts, which used local artists and designers to create a unique atmosphere for the beach brewpub.

“Thompson Island Brewing Company pays tribute to coastal Sussex County – and that includes more than the beach,” said Scott Kammerer, SoDel Concepts president. “The area’s heritage is also linked to the Inland Bays and forests. There are generations of hunters as well as fishermen.”

Lewes-based interior designer Carey Graviet and Lisa Kammerer worked together to craft a welcoming, comfortable space with an ambiance that’s part lodge and part beach house.

Retro touches in the open space have a modern spin. For instance, elements include a rustic beamed ceiling, farmhouse-style tables, tufted leather booths and barstools, and cottage-y shelves and armoires for holding merchandise. Wool cable pillows, faux fur throws and wire baskets of logs enhance the vacation lodge effect, as does the canoe hanging from the ceiling.

The beer garden, which includes a bocce ball court and firepit, features artwork by Leah Beach, while the restaurant showcases photographs by Pamela Aquilani. Both are coastal Sussex County residents. Sussex County locals Jason and Katie Bragg designed and built the farmhouse table that serves as the centerpiece of the dining room.

“Having a fully capable, in-house asset-management team, led by Chris Sockriter, gave us the ability to bring our dreams to life in such an efficient manner,” said Lisa Kammerer. The in-house team also includes Bob Wolfgang, Phill Blush and Mike Spence.

“We couldn’t be more pleased with the way our new restaurant tells our story,” Scott Kammerer said. “Judging by the reaction thus far, our guests love it, too.”

Carey Graviet and Lisa Kammerer also worked together to design Bluecoast Seafood Grill + Raw Bar in Rehoboth, which is next door, and update Crust & Craft in Midway. Both are SoDel Concepts restaurants.

For information about SoDel Concepts, go to www.sodelconcepts.com.

 

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