Bar 1880 is a cocktail bar located in Bulletin Place, Circular Quay, Sydney in the building which was the original home of ‘The Bulletin’ Newspaper. The rich history of Bulletin Place is explored through the brand identity and interior design of the venue.
When designing the Bar 1880 logo, traditional Newspaper Mastheads were referenced to create a timeless logo which nods to the history of the area and the building. Newspaper print taken from an original copy of The Bulletin Newspaper, alongside archive photos from the era sourced from the City of Sydney Archives blend seamlessly with the logo and colour palette to create a thorough brand personality across all touch-points.
My work on this project involved full brand identity design including logo, colour palette and typography selections which were pulled together into a brand style guide to be referenced and used by additional parties such as web developers, social media mangers and public relations agencies. I designed the business cards, coasters and menu and liaised with print suppliers to ensure a quality product was delivered. I also provided guidance for the website design and direction as well as the interior design and fit-out selections.
The Bar 1880 brand is one which gently nods to the past and rich history behind the brand story while still holding its place within our modern world.