Restaurant Punakettu
A restaurant identity where northern folklore and wildlife become the centrepiece of the dining experience
Restaurant Punakettu is located in Luosto, surrounded by the forests, fells and wildlife that define the character of the area. The project focused on creating a renewed identity for the restaurant, inspired by local folklore, northern nature and the animals that inhabit the landscape.
At the heart of the concept is a new fox character, reimagined as a symbolic figure drawn from northern stories and the surrounding wilderness. The visual identity extends into the interior through a large wall mural that is visible from the road, attracting attention and often shared online by visitors. An accompanying inspirational text and geographic coordinates were added to further highlight the connection between the restaurant and its location in Luosto.
Inside the restaurant, the atmosphere was refreshed with new pendant lighting, updates to the bar area and the introduction of a small in-house store featuring Punakettu products. Together these elements create a cohesive brand environment that connects the restaurant, its story and the surrounding nature.
Scope:
Interior Design
Identity Design
Product Design
Shop-In-Shop Design
Wall mural
The Fox Takes Centre Stage
Extending the Brand into Products
Creating a small collection of Punakettu products allowed the restaurant’s identity to extend beyond the dining experience. By developing items based on the existing brand elements, the product range could be introduced quickly and cost-effectively while strengthening the overall brand presence.
Displayed in a small in-house shop within the restaurant, the products offer guests a tangible connection to the place and its story. At the same time, they act as a powerful form of brand communication, allowing visitors to take a piece of Punakettu and Luosto with them.
A Renewed Brand Identity
The refreshed brand identity draws inspiration from the nature, wildlife and folklore of Luosto. At its heart is a reimagined fox character that reflects the spirit of the surrounding landscape while giving the restaurant a distinctive and memorable visual presence.
The identity was designed to work seamlessly across the interior, graphics and communication, allowing the story of Punakettu to appear naturally throughout the space. This cohesive approach strengthens recognition, creates a clear atmosphere for the restaurant and connects the brand closely to its northern setting.
The large-scale hand painted wall mural brings the Punakettu identity directly into the dining space, transforming the fox into a striking visual centrepiece.
Visible from the road and instantly recognisable inside the restaurant, the mural creates a memorable “wow” moment for visitors and has become a popular feature shared by customers online, strengthening the connection between the restaurant, its story and the surrounding landscape of Luosto.
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