the space an authentic atmosphere, while making the dining areas
warm and inviting.
In addition to the sense of nostalgia, the concept of ‘handmade’
was critical in the design scheme, with the intention of
emphasising that PIZA e Vino’s pizzas are created by hand by real
people for real people. This concept is reinforced by the choice
to place a completely open kitchen in the heart of the space.
A grand, custom-designed pizza oven is the focal point, here.
The oven is large and hexagonal, tiled in geometrics, and quietly
dominates any view of the restaurant. The oven is fronted by a
pizza bar where diners can take in a ‘master class’ of the chefs
at work and children can create their own pizzas.
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Just beyond the kitchen, a custom-built steel screen encom-
passes the central booth seating. This unique room divider is
adorned with over 100 wooden rolling pins, paying tribute to the
craft of hand rolled pizza dough, and once again, emphasising
PIZA e Vino’s artisanal offering.
The lighting further accentuates the handmade inspiration
and authenticity of the space. Glass blown pendants with brass
fittings and vintage wall sconces with amber tinted glass generate
a welcoming, intimate atmosphere.
All in all, the finished look gives life to the new brand,
successfully managing to create the sense of a traditional, rustic
pizzeria in the heart of Pretoria.
PIZA e Vino