transforming a struggling sports bar with nothing but grit and a tight budget.
How it
started.
The Turn opened in Green Bay, WI, on August 29, 2019, positioned as a pre-game gathering spot and a draw for guests eager to try TopGolf’s Swing Suite. But despite its early promise, the concept struggled to gain lasting traction. By 2024, Delaware North recognized that both the brand and the space needed a strategic refresh.
I was brought in to reimagine the furniture, floor plan, décor, and uniforms—working within a sharply limited budget and an accelerated timeline.
The Original Space: The Turn.
The Rebranding.
The Turn had all the ingredients for success—strong foot traffic, proximity to Microsoft, a growing neighborhood, a nearby stadium, and even Topgolf—but the dining room sat empty day after day. It needed a clear-eyed reassessment. Partnering with a powerhouse team of graphic designers and culinary leaders, we reimagined the concept from the ground up. The result: Homefield Pub and Social.
Rooted in the desire for a true neighborhood pub, Homefield Pub and Social transforms a once-sterile space into a warm, inviting hub where locals can settle in for a beer, enjoy honest, craveable food, catch the game, or play a round of golf.
The Process.
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REWORKING THE FLOOR PLANS
The space initially carried a disjointed, cafeteria-like feel, driven largely by an illogical table layout rather than the furniture itself. With operations unwilling to invest in new tables, the solution became a strategic rethinking of the floor plan. By reorganizing the room—grouping similar tables and creating a clear tiered arrangement from high to low—we established defined zones that brought clarity and purpose to the dining experience.
The most impactful improvements came from removing the oversized back banquette, which was unusable for most guests, and eliminating the redundant host desk tucked at the rear of the restaurant. Together, these adjustments restored flow, improved comfort, and gave the space a more intentional sense of organization.
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Rebranding the Mood
Homefield Pub + Social’s new logo subtly echoes the Green Bay Packers’ marigold and green—a palette I carried through the uniforms and tableware for a cohesive brand moment. Working within a tight budget, I retained the neutral furnishings and swapped out the bold red pieces for warm leathers and muted grays to soften the space and ground the concept. To reinforce the sports-driven narrative—and the connection to Topgolf—I layered in vintage touches: worn leather soccer balls, patinated brass trophies, and curated Packers memorabilia that give the interior an authentic, lived-in character.
Grateful for the partnership with our talented culinary and graphic design teams, together we reimagined the space with a renewed sense of purpose. -

Front Entrance Concept and Rendering.
The front sign was designed to strike a balance between utility and character. While creating a bold visual anchor, it also discreetly concealed the ductwork pressed against the glass façade. Framed molding, classic gooseneck lamps, and a green-and-marigold palette evoke the familiar warmth of an Irish pub while subtly nodding to the Green Bay Packers.
To soften the approach and reinforce a neighborhood-pub sensibility, simple boxwood planters flank the entrance. The rendering above captured the full intent of the design, guiding both client review and fabrication.
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Reimagining the Host Stand.
An inviting and functional host stand was essential to redefining the guest experience. The previous setup felt fragmented—confusing for guests and impractical for the host, with minimal storage and no sense of presence. The redesign introduced a warm, modern welcome: slatted wood paneling, fluted glass, matte black accents, and a finished back wall unified the entry and established a clear point of arrival.
The rendering above brings this vision into focus, capturing the tone and atmosphere we set out to achieve.
The installation.
In just one month, the vision was fully realized: a week to install signage, a week to receive furniture, a week to stage décor, and a week to train staff. The result is a modern neighborhood sports bar infused with the warm, inviting energy of a classic pub.