Located in the underground of the Hilton Double Tree Hotel in Cluj, the Syndicate Bar had the perfect location for becoming a Speak Easy. The inspiration for the project came from the hidden bars which have been popular in America since Prohibition era (1920-1933). Though alcohol was officially illegal during Prohibition, bootleggers and distributors of illegal alcohol enjoyed a thriving business serving a public still eager to drink in underground and hidden places, secret clubs, and password-protected bars known as “speakeasies” for the need to speak softly, and “easy” about such a place in public. This is the first Speak Easy Bar in Romania in a city with a very vibrant cultural and artistic scene, Cluj-Napoca. All elements of the design try to create this retro atmosphere of a Secret bar from the 30’s, accompanied by Jazz music, whiskey and cigars. The space is dark and lit mainly by two objects which look like gems shining in the dark: the bar and the high table, made by translucent onyx. When you enter the bar, on the right there is a wall decorated with hats like the hats of the famous gangsters from the 30's: Al Capone, Frank Costello, etc. This invites the guests to take a hat and be part of the game. Images from that era are decorating the walls all wearing hats and smoking cigars. Similar hats hang in the shape of lamps just above the high table. The furniture, including tables and armchairs is completely custom made.