Commercial | concept creation
Marina di ragusa, Sicily, Italy
2021
65 sqm

Located at the tourist port of Marina di Ragusa, the property is a small commercial space that was previously a clothing shop. The only shop window overlooks a bright and well-maintained forecourt.
The customer wanted a totally innovative catering format inspired by Japanese culture. The primary request was for a terrace with many outdoor seats, as indoor seating was to be minimal.
As concept creators for this project, we developed everything from the name to the interior design. We named it “PITAMAKI Temakeria,” combining “pitaya,” a popular Asian fruit, with “temakeria.” We crafted a strong visual identity, including a logo, pattern, and brand colors that are fresh and attractive.
For the interior design, we drew inspiration from the pitaya fruit. The green of its peel became a distinctive color, complemented by bright fuchsia and burnt yellow. The white interior dotted with black seeds of the fruit inspired our flooring and some wall cladding patterns. Stainless steel was used for its practicality and futuristic appeal.
INTERIOR DESIGN OPERATIONS |
– Enlarged the shop window to create a bar window with high seating that faces outward.
– Installed fixed seating with integrated plant holders and electrical sockets.
– Designed an exposed stainless steel kitchen with a serving window and bar stools for interior workstations.
– Added a customer bathroom, storage area, and a small bar showcasing spirits.
– Covered the ceiling with mirrors for an optical effect and increased natural lighting.
EXTERIOR DESIGN |
– Created a curved terrace design that reflects the PITAMAKI font.
– Used corten cladding and matching metals to enhance the exterior aesthetic.
– Ensured all interior and exterior furnishings followed the green tone-on-tone Pantone reference.
Throughout the project, we provided continuous consultation, from packaging design to the business opening, ensuring perfection in every detail.



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PITAMAKI temakeria | Marina di Ragusa, Sicily, Italy
Antonio Santamaria