Columbus Park
During the height of the pandemic, we transformed the interiors of this popular restaurant, to create a fresh, new look for its reopening.

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Columbus Park Trattoria

INTERIOR DESIGN
BRANDING

 

During the height of the Pandemic, this popular restaurant in Connecticut decided to take advantage of the closing and update its outdated interiors.

Honoring Italian tradition and culture, we created the new interior space to reflect the spirit and cuisine of Gravina in the region of Puglia, Italy from where the owners originate.

The interior is light and airy, with architectural touches that are modern and sleek. The bar is crafted of white quartz and walnut. The required wood partition between the bar and the dining area has etched glass that provides separation of the space. The bar back is opened up under an existing staircase creating more space, and the bronze mirror and floating glass shelves give a warm, contemporary look. A Venetian plaster technique is applied to two interior walls that add texture and the exposed brick wall; even more texture and warmth. The ceiling, that was previously dark, is light and bright with copper moldings. Accent colors of mustard yellow on the bar stools, a luxurious blue for the banquet, clay red for the dining room chairs and a soft green on the walls highlight the colors of Gravina.

We researched the cultural crafts of the region and added meaningful touches to the interior. Most notably, a series of hand-painted terracotta ‘Cola Cola’ bird whistles that resemble a magpie and are a symbol of virility and hope.

As a final, personal touch, Karin painted an oil on canvas of the whimsical ‘Cola Cola’ hovering atop the town of Gravina, which hangs on the far wall as a focal point.