‘Patina,’ a natural, profound elegance that comes with time—especially with age or use.
Envisioned by chefs Lim Hong-keun and Shin Ga-young of Perigee, Patina is a space that embraces time. The destination echoes the charm of classic and bold trattorias, striking a balance between modernity and tradition. Rooted in a respect for the long traditions of Italian cuisine, the establishment showcases the authentic craft of fresh pasta, providing a refined culinary experience.
Inspired by the industrial context of the site and Italian modernity, Studio Gimgeosil sought to capture the subtle elegance through a clean material palette of dark textured materials.
Natural marble, with its one-of-a-kind beauty and irreproducible surface, serves as the main material, accenting the floor and walls while metaphorically embodying the concept of patina. The light marble creates visual balance with the contrasting dark textures, while parallel dark gray lines running along its surface introduce a dynamic sense of movement.
Polished, black glossy floors add a sense of weight to the overall space that is surrounded by glass and light—creating an atmosphere of quiet intensity.
Material Used
1. Flooring : Solid Epoxy
2. Wall : Wood Panel, Marble, Exposed Concrete
3. Ceiling : Exposed Concrete, Barisol
Branding & Application
Patina Branding ON VISUAL BALANCE & QUIET INTENSITY
The branding and logo design for Patina Trattoria embodies a subtle yet striking elegance, achieved through bold forms and carefully balanced proportions.
The custom logotype reinterprets traditional Italian typography from the 1930s, drawing inspiration from the geometric precision of the Art Deco era. Its structured curves and measured movements create a refined yet modern aesthetic. With equal proportions of the arcs, the logotype keeps within the golden ratio of 1:1.6.
Branding elements echo the restaurant’s spatial identity, particularly its use of black and square tiles. This motif extends to the stationery design, where precise corner cuts reinforce the geometric theme, creating a cohesive and intentional visual language. Rough and glossy paper textures create contrast, playing with the subtlety of black.
Patina Trattoria's branding goes beyond a simple logo design, embodying a refined aesthetic where space and brand harmoniously come together. Restrained geometric elements and refined details combine to further clarify the brand's identity.
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