Punk & Poet

Inspired by the 70’s/80’s Irish, English, and American punk rock movement (U2, Pogues, The Clash, Sex Pistols, Ramones, Blondie, etc…), the goal of this design project was to create a space that was comfortable, fun, and not currently available in the Boston area. We just wanted to make a cool place that fit with its surroundings and makes it easy for residents both new and old to grab a pint. Stylistically, we wanted it to be visually stimulating yet very relaxed. We imagined a classic South Boston Irish bar taken over by punks. A good blend of gritty dive-bar edge with a mildly preppy feel. The name The Punk & Poet was chosen because, generically, it refers to a wide range of outspoken wordsmiths who had something to say about the times they lived in. A vocal exercise commonly preformed in a good bar. More specifically/symbolically it refers to Johnny Rotten of the Sex Pistols and often quoted Irish poet Oscar Wilde, both honored with portraits in the space.