Belgian beer houses inspire transformation of The Punch Bowl

To complement the vintage vibe, Solus’ Pattern Design 7 tiles were chosen to create a floral mosaic that is featured throughout the building, creating an attractive apron around the drinks counter and adding a unique flavour in the bar and lounge. 

As a tribute to The Punch Bowl Hotel’s rich history and to guarantee its roots are not forgotten, a bespoke circular logo greets guests as they enter the pub. 

The charcoal and white mosaic has been composed using Halogen’s Flesk and hexagonal tiles from the Capital range and features the lettering ‘The Punch Bowl Hotel 1873 Frank & Bird’. The bar’s signature ocean blue star takes centre stage in the middle of the circle, created using Nebulous tiles, also from Halogen

Associate Designer Francesco Pillitteri said: “We wanted the international theme to be prevalent throughout the design while still ensuring that the rich heritage of The Punch Bowl Hotel was respected. The exterior of the building has a real sense of charm and grandeur which we wanted to mirror inside. To achieve this aesthetic, we had to carefully consider the furnishings, décor, flooring and materials that we featured. 

“Solus’ Pattern Design 7 floral mosaic ticked all the boxes, striking the perfect balance between contemporary and vintage while offering a unique twist on the two styles. The logo adds a touch of authenticity and harks back to years gone by when the pub first opened its doors to patrons. 

“We also chose Solus’ rustic Kitsch and Kitsch Décor tiles to give the reception counter, which leads upstairs to Bobik’s live music and comedy club, a quirky and fun feel to reflect the vibe of the entertainment space.”