Heartwood Bar – San Francisco, CA

Logo design, Brand Identity, Illustrations, Menus, Signage

A lively San Francisco bar crafting nature-inspired cocktails from California’s botanical bounty—flavored with a fresh take on local history and ingredients.

4 cocktails on a bar
Heartwood San Francisco Logo designed by Paper Knife Creative
Three people having lunch and cocktails at Heartwood

Heartwood celebrates the essence of California—its wild beauty, rich history, and the bounty that grows from its soil.

We created a brand identity rooted in nature, with hand-drawn illustrations of native poppies and redwood trees, alongside the legendary San Francisco dogs, Bummer and Lazarus, who add a layer of local folklore. The design balances storytelling with elegance, evoking a deep sense of place while feeling entirely fresh.

These illustrations appear on the menu and website, tying the visual identity to the cocktail experience. Inspired by the bounty of California and flavored with a global palette of herbs and spices, Heartwood’s branding reflects a vibrant intersection of nature, culture, and craft.

illustration of two dogs created for Heartwood by Paper Knife Creative
Bartender pouring mixed cocktail into a glass at the bar
Heartwood Tagline "Rooted in Nature, Made for Gathering" and drawing of poppy flower illustrated by Paper Knife Creative
Front and back of the Heartwood Menu designed by Paper Knife Creative
Lounge area with seating and tables at Heartwood

Photography: Kelly Puleio

Website: www.heartwoodsf.com

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