Art for hotels, restaurants and bars

I create art that is part of a space as an atmosphere – something you feel before you understand. Art that functions not only as decoration, but as an integral part of the identity and experience of the place.

When art is placed in experience spaces like hotels, restaurants and bars, it becomes part of the story. It sets a tone, creates coherence and gives the guest a sensory sense of the place. It is precisely in this field that I work.

My projects often arise in close collaboration with owners, architects and decision-makers who want a coherent artistic expression rather than individual works. Collaborations where there is trust, time and freedom for the art to become a natural part of the space.

I work with both paintings and murals and create site-specific solutions that take into account the architecture, light, function and atmosphere of the space. I work with art as an element of the interior design with good sound , and also bring art into the space with, among other things, unique hand-painted vases .

The process always begins with a dialogue about the whole: what the place should be able to do and what the guest should feel.

Among other things, I have created art for renowned restaurants, bars and hotels, where the art is part of the overall aesthetic and atmospheric experience, including Restaurant Geranium in Copenhagen, as well as more recent projects for bars and hotels in Denmark and abroad.

My focus is not on volume, but on quality and coherence. I say yes to projects where art is allowed to take its place and importance, and where there is respect for the artistic process.

If you would like to hear how art can support identity, mood and experience in your space, you are welcome to get in touch. The conversation always starts with the whole and good dialogue with creative brainstorming.

“Rikke has created beautiful decorations for us at Geranium, Lumé, and Hotel La Fonda. She has a fantastic ability to create excitement, contrast, and variation.” - Lars Seier Christensen

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My most important references within hotel, restaurant, and bar interior design

Restaurant Geranium, Copenhagen — botanical murals throughout the restaurant. Geranium was the world's best restaurant when the project was completed.

Les Cinq Filles & Skagen Champagne - Botanical illustrations for tastings for sommeliers and head chefs.

Hotel La Fonda Benalmádena, Spain — murals

Bar Lumé, Copenhagen — botanical art decoration

PostPub and Restaurant Bjælkestuen, Lyngby — paintings and mural

A hotel should feel like an experience, not just a place to sleep. With original art, you can create an environment that exudes both tranquility and character. Art makes a hotel unique and creates surprises. My works are often chosen for lobbies, rooms, and suites, where colors and motifs mirror the rhythm of nature and give the guest a sense of harmony.

A mural in fluid, organic shapes can tie architecture and interior design together and create a signature look for the entire hotel.

In 2026, I painted murals at Hotel La Fonda Benalmádena in Spain.

If you would like to hear more about how my art could suit your hotel, please contact me for a chat and a non-binding offer.

Read more about my project at Hotel La Fonda Benalmádena in Spain

In restaurants, art is about sensuality. About creating an atmosphere where guests feel the presence of nature and want to stay a little longer. I often work with colors that play with light and materials in the room – and with works that support the restaurant's story and gastronomic universe. Art that reflects the forms of nature in an elegant and modern composition.

When I created the art for Geranium, there were some clear guidelines overall. The art had to be light, botanical and understated. The art had to not dominate, but support and help create a sense of space that fits with the vision - the food should be the centerpiece in a light and bright Nordic space. It became a biological nature reference in how it is important that nature is in balance. Insects are essential for us to be able to eat the plants that we want to live on. The plants I painted are all edible plants from the Danish wild nature. At Restaurant Geranium we chose murals as it emphasizes the light and vibrant. There are no limitations, and the plants can both wind around corners, over columns and even over the ceiling.

Read more about my project at Restaurant Geranium

Geranium Restaurant

I was invited to create a series of botanical illustrations for creative champagne tastings for sommeliers and head chefs at Michelin-starred restaurants.

The task was to translate champagne into images – to make taste, scent, and texture visible. Each champagne has its own character and balance, and I worked on interpreting the various tasting notes through compositions of, among other things, berries, nuts, fruits, and botanical elements.

The illustrations were created as visual flavor journeys, where the ingredients meet in balanced compositions and together hint at the different notes and nuances of the champagnes. A creative exploration of the connection between taste and sight – and of how art can open up yet another dimension in the experience of gastronomy.

Champagne from these brands is served at several Michelin-starred restaurants.

A bar needs character. It should be a place where people meet, where conversations emerge, and where the atmosphere is truly unique. Here, I often use contrasts, deep colors, and motifs that give the space a visual weight – something memorable that you want to return to.

In 2025, I decorated the newly opened bar Lumé in Copenhagen with art. 

Read more about my art project at bar Lumé

Bar Lume

I work closely with architects, interior designers, and owners to create art that fits the location and the atmosphere being created perfectly. Each project starts with a dialogue about mood, colors, and materials. I then develop sketches and proposals – either adapted to existing interior design or as part of a new overall experience. Every interior design project is unique, and the art must set the mood or emphasize the style that has been established. 

Post Pub Lyngby

Read more about murals for restaurants and hotels, corporate art and acoustic art panels.