The Pizza Hunt Book Documents the New Lives of Vintage Pizza Huts
Charlotte Joyce Kidd — October 6, 2015 — Art & Design
References: kickstarter & fastcodesign
'Pizza Hunt' is the title of the art book by Ho Hai Tran, a man with an obsession with repurposed Pizza Huts.
Today, Pizza Hut locations can be found in food courts, strip malls and typical-looking restaurant locations. But back in the glory days of the vintage Pizza Hut, every Pizza Hut pizzeria was built according to the design of the original franchise location in Wichita, Kansas. The trapezoid roof of the original hut survives the Pizza Hut logo emblazoned on every box.
It also lives on in the Ho Hai Tran's Pizza Hunt project. Tran documents the new uses for vintage Pizza Hut buildings. In his Pizza Hunting, Tran has witnessed the recognizable huts being occupied by everything from funeral parlors to pool halls. Pizza Hunt illustrates a fascinating co-existence between past and present.
Today, Pizza Hut locations can be found in food courts, strip malls and typical-looking restaurant locations. But back in the glory days of the vintage Pizza Hut, every Pizza Hut pizzeria was built according to the design of the original franchise location in Wichita, Kansas. The trapezoid roof of the original hut survives the Pizza Hut logo emblazoned on every box.
It also lives on in the Ho Hai Tran's Pizza Hunt project. Tran documents the new uses for vintage Pizza Hut buildings. In his Pizza Hunting, Tran has witnessed the recognizable huts being occupied by everything from funeral parlors to pool halls. Pizza Hunt illustrates a fascinating co-existence between past and present.
Trend Themes
1. Repurposed Pizza Hut Buildings - Opportunity for businesses to repurpose vintage Pizza Hut buildings into unique and innovative establishments.
2. Preservation of Nostalgic Architecture - Demand for preserving and repurposing iconic pizza-themed architecture opens up possibilities for businesses to create immersive experiences.
3. Documenting Retro Transformation - Creating new opportunities for photographers and artists to document the transformation of vintage Pizza Huts and capture a nostalgic essence.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Hotels, restaurants, and event spaces can capitalize on repurposing Pizza Hut buildings to offer unique and memorable experiences to guests.
2. Retail - Retailers can leverage the iconic Pizza Hut architecture to create eye-catching storefronts that stand out from the competition and grab consumers' attention.
3. Tourism - Tourism industry can promote Pizza Hut tours and experiences, showcasing the transformation of these nostalgic buildings as a unique selling point for travelers.
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