Filistix
Restaurant
Filistix continues their evolution of different ways of bringing Filipino and other Southeast-Asian flavours to Edmonton. Starting as a portable trailer, and then moving into multiple fast-casual outlets, this downtown location is Filistix’ first foray into a complete dining experience.
The space needed to be adaptable for two styles of service- the busy government district lunch rush, as well as a top downtown dinner service. For this reason the lunch time ordering and pick-up counters serve as the bar and food pick-up locations for servers during dinner service.
Taking inspiration from Filipino modernist Leandro Locsin, we combined concrete and wood with contemporary palettes and materials to create a indoor/outdoor feeling in a style ‘tropical brutalism’. We chose outdoor seating for both its look and durability, and a subtle terrazzo patterned countertop- another material seen often in outdoor spaces. Filling out the space with tropical plants, a custom lattice-like ceiling pattern, and textured wall surfacing similar to stucco, while maximizing the front window openings, the space really feels as much a patio as a dining room.
Services
- Logo & Wordmark Design
- Interior Design
- Signage Design
- Menu Design
Team
- Hannah Braun, Designer / Art Director
- Joshua Kupsch, Designer / Creative Director
Credits
- Retrofit Design, Contractor
- Eldrick Interiors, Upholstery
- Bellows Design, Wood furniture
- Graeme Haunholter, Art photography
- Knock Out, Exterior Signage & Ceiling Panels
- Martin Neon, Neon
- Konanz & Co., Interior Signage
- Magic Hour Creative, Photography
- Overhaul Media, Website