INDUSTRY:

HOSPITALITY

CLIENT:

OSTERIA DEL PORTICO

YEAR:

2025

EXPERIENCE:

BRANDING & WEB DESIGN

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Osteria del Portico

about.

Osteria del Portico is a long-standing Italian restaurant located in the heart of West London, serving the community for over 30 years. Despite its history and reputation, the restaurant had never established a formal logo or visual identity.

The logo draws from architectural cues ta soft arch echoing the “portico.” A classic serif typeface and earthy green palette add warmth and restraint, crafting an identity that feels timeless, grounded, and true to its roots

We developed a brand system that quietly integrated into the restaurant menus, signage, and digital touch points without disrupting its essence. Every detail, from arches to typography, was crafted for consistency, clarity, and respect for its legacy.

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challenge

The challenge here was to create something that did not overwhelm the owner, who has been running the restaurant for over 30 years without ever changing anything from the menu to the interior. The visual identity had to feel timeless and respectful, not disruptive. The logo needed to integrate naturally into a place already full of character, memories, and routine. The task was to design with restraint, finding that delicate balance between subtle refresh and preserving tradition.

result.
result.
result.

The new identity contributed to a 15% increase in restaurant revenue, showing immediate impact with no changes made to the menu or pricing. Customers responded so positively to the branding that the restaurant had to reprint 40% more business cards within the first month as many guests were asking to take one home. Most importantly, the owner who initially hesitant about any change was genuinely happy with the outcome and expressed deep satisfaction seeing the space feel renewed without losing its soul.

The new identity contributed to a 15% increase in restaurant revenue, showing immediate impact with no changes made to the menu or pricing. Customers responded so positively to the branding that the restaurant had to reprint 40% more business cards within the first month as many guests were asking to take one home. Most importantly, the owner who initially hesitant about any change was genuinely happy with the outcome and expressed deep satisfaction seeing the space feel renewed without losing its soul.

Andrea Bonannella

London, United Kingdom

andreabonannella@gmail.com

Andrea Bonannella

London, United Kingdom

andreabonannella@gmail.com

Andrea Bonannella

London, United Kingdom

andreabonannella@gmail.com