Bar CLOSED is a bold, creative venue bringing a raw edge to Newcastle’s drinking and dining scene. The brief was to create an identity that felt expressive, inclusive, and a little mysterious — where local produce, zero-waste techniques, and rebellious energy could meet under one roof.

The concept, Romantic Punk, fuses rebellion with romance — where the grit of pickling jars and punk records meets the glow of candlelight and slow pours. It’s a brand rooted in contrast: loud yet elegant, raw yet refined. The identity needed to reflect a space where the unexpected feels right at home.

We created a layered, expressive identity that blends confident typography with tactile design elements and lo-fi elegance. From signage to coasters, every detail celebrates contradiction — with a wink. The result is a brand that holds tension beautifully — offering guests a space that’s as intimate as it is untamed.