Outdoor Dining & Signage for Brasserie Astrid at Mälarterrassen

Brasserie Astrid has opened its doors at Mälarterrassen by Slussen, with the Old Town skyline as a backdrop and the water just below. The restaurant is one of the latest additions to the exciting area, offering an experience where classic brasserie dishes meet international influences, bold flavours, and a relaxed atmosphere.

The environment draws inspiration from Slussen's history and energy. Modern design, urban pulse, and gastronomy meet here in a restaurant where both the food and the surroundings take centre stage. When it came time to complete the restaurant, we were given the incredibly enjoyable task of contributing both signage and solutions for the outdoor dining area. A project that encompassed many different parts but where everything needed to be tied together by a clear common thread.

The client requested a stylish yet practical solution for the outdoor dining area that would not take up more space than necessary, while also needing to provide effective protection against both sun and rain.

The solution was a Phoenix Air model pergola system, adapted to the unique conditions of the project. To drain rainwater away from the facade, the roof canvases were fitted with valances on one side, creating a natural slope and ensuring effective drainage. The result is an outdoor dining area where guests can sit comfortably regardless of the weather.

The roof is easily operated with a remote control and can be adjusted according to weather and needs. The pergola system and all accessories were painted in a green colour taken from the restaurant's graphic profile. This gives the pergola a distinct expression and reinforces the restaurant's identity while blending naturally into the overall environment.

To create additional comfort and flexibility in the dining area, we also supplied Schatello model parasols. This parasol is specially developed for restaurants and other commercial environments where durability, quality, and function are high on the requirements list.

The parasols were fitted with striped fabric in the restaurant's profile colours and complemented with classic valances that enhance the exclusive feel. Together with the pergola, they contribute to a vibrant and welcoming outdoor environment that feels both well-considered and cosy.

The entrance is often the first thing guests encounter, so great importance was placed on creating a warm and clear welcome. Here we supplied a canopy with fabric in the restaurant's profile colour that both protects the entrance and reinforces the identity outwards towards Mälarterrassen.

Adjacent to the entrance, a custom-made menu display cabinet was also installed, painted in the same colour as other details. The menu display cabinet was complemented with an integrated illuminated logo, allowing guests to easily see the restaurant's offerings even before they step through the door.

Signage has been an important part of the overall design and includes both exterior and interior solutions.

In the restaurant's windows, the logo was mounted as profile letters in Profile P6. The free-standing letters are mounted on a discreet frame, creating an elegant expression that is clearly visible both day and night.

Inside, we supplied a ceiling-hung sign in the WC area with a sign body and fittings in a lacquered brass gold finish. Engraved and colour-filled brass signs were installed on the doors, harmonising with the restaurant's other material choices and contributing to the refined feel of the premises.

To frame the restaurant's various areas, we also supplied custom-made planter boxes. These were painted in the same green profile colour that recurs throughout the project.

The planter boxes function both as dividers and design elements. They help to create clear spatial divisions while also adding greenery and a cosier atmosphere. Together with the pergola, parasols, and signage, they create a cohesive whole where all parts interact.

Brasserie Astrid is one of those projects where we really had the opportunity to work with many different elements simultaneously. When signage, sun protection, entrance solutions, and interior details can be developed in parallel, the conditions are created for a cohesive experience where every detail contributes to the whole.

We are very proud of the result and grateful to have been part of the journey leading up to the opening. A big thank you to the entire team at Brasserie Astrid for their trust and excellent cooperation. We wish you all the best for the future and look forward to following your continued journey at Mälarterrassen.