Play it Back
Location
Reading, PA
Type
Restaurant
Square Footage
4,850 sq. ft
Completion Year
2022
Play It Back Sports Bar aimed to transition from a dated diner-style venue to a modern sports bar with a strong focus on providing a dynamic atmosphere for beer enthusiasts and sports fans alike.
The existing layout featured outdated elements like a drop ceiling and an inefficient island-style bar, which limited customer engagement and did not utilize the available space effectively.
3D Renderings
Conceptual renderings played a crucial role in the Play It Back Sports Bar project, serving as a vital communication tool between Tirso Lighting designers and the client. These renderings allowed both parties to visualize the potential transformations of the space, facilitating discussions around spatial allocation, aesthetic choices, and the integration of thematic elements. By previewing the design outcomes through detailed digital models, the team could iterate on ideas and solutions more effectively, ensuring that every aspect of the bar’s design was meticulously planned and aligned with the client’s vision and expectations.
Behind the Scenes
The behind-the-scenes narrative of Play It Back Sports Bar reveals the transformative power of visionary design and meticulous execution. By sharing the genesis of the project, we invite our audience to embark on a journey from the initial untouched canvas to the final masterpiece. This narrative aims to convey not just the technical precision and creative flair that defines our work, but also the dedication and teamwork that underpins each successful transformation. It underscores our commitment to quality and the extensive planning that ensures every environment we create is not only aesthetically pleasing but also a vibrant hub for memorable experiences. Through these glimpses into the making of the sports bar, we demonstrate our ability to conceptualize potential in every space, crafting bespoke atmospheres that resonate with the intended audience and purpose.
Custom Bar
The bar area at Play It Back Sports Bar was designed to be the heart of the venue, where dynamic interaction and vibrant atmosphere come together. The design removed the outdated central island bar and introduced a sleek, linear bar along a feature wall, which was adorned with beer keg tops to reflect the sports bar’s beer-centric theme. This feature wall also incorporated a custom steel structure supporting an array of televisions, optimized for sports viewing. The bar facade was clad in reclaimed wood planks, adding a touch of rustic charm that contrasted with the modernity of the steel elements. Integral to the design was the innovative use of color-changing lighting, which not only highlighted the bar area but also allowed for ambiance adjustments according to the time of day or type of event. This area was not just functionally significant but also a statement piece that embodied the bar’s identity, combining aesthetics with utility in a space where patrons could enjoy a drink while engaging with the game.
Solutions
Main Bar Redesign:
Structure: Replaced the central island bar with a more strategically positioned linear bar along a feature wall.
Visual Appeal: The bar showcased a wall adorned with beer keg tops and a custom steel structure for mounting an array of TVs, enhancing the sports viewing experience.
Lighting: Installed color-changing lighting to highlight the bar area and set the ambiance.
Reception Area:Designed with stadium-style seating and sports memorabilia to immediately immerse guests in the sports theme upon entering.
Specialized Areas
Semi-Private Dining: Created a basketball-themed area with custom free-throw line lighting fixtures and track lighting for intimate gatherings.
Baseball Design Area: Featured backlit wooden wall panels with mounted TVs and digitally printed wallpaper depicting the local baseball stadium.
American Football Area: Utilized turf wall coverings with yard markers up to 70 yards and expanded metal steel framed panels, complemented by smaller backlit TVs due to lower ceiling height.
Innovative Use of Space
Maximized a previously underused L-shaped extension by creating themed areas that increased seating capacity and enhanced customer experience.
The Outcome
The redesign transformed Play It Back Sports Bar into a destination for sports enthusiasts, offering varied thematic areas that cater to different preferences and events. The thoughtful placement of lighting and careful selection of materials helped in creating zones within the bar that feel personal yet part of a larger, cohesive theme.
Through innovative design and expert execution, Tirso Lighting helped Play It Back Sports Bar reinvent itself as a modern, engaging sports bar. Our holistic approach to design and meticulous attention to detail ensured that every aspect of the venue was optimized for aesthetic appeal, functionality, and customer satisfaction.
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