case study - Universal pizza (Upstairs)

Universal Pizza
141 Lygon Street, Carlton

Services

Interior Design
Graphic Design

Design

Concept and schematic design
Interior finishes and fixtures
Furniture selection
Liaison between client and builder
Contract administration
New logo

Design Briefs

Interior Design
Universal Pizza is an Italian Restaurant located on Lygon Street, Carlton. The restaurant was established in the 70ties and has a solid and traditional history of serving delicious Italian food. The clients brief was to design a sophisticated dining experience without alienating existing clientelle. It was also important that the space could be divided into a variety of areas/experiences allowing for semi private functions.

Graphic Design
The client wanted to create a stand-alone icon with the initals 'U' + 'P' in the logo type. The new logo had to be modern and contemporary reflecting the young spirit of the new management.

Existing Conditions

The restaurant offers a ground floor, upstairs dining, off street dining and a balcony. All the building works were staged to allow for the smooth operation of the restaurant. The upstairs dining area offers a bar and sitting for approx. 100 people plus a balcony opening up to Lygon Street.

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Exisiting upstairs bar and dining area

Proposed Layout and Finishes
The design and palette of finishes reflects a warm and textured interior that is both inviting and versatile.

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Sketch for proposed dining area.