What was the brief ?

A café and retail store, Kobeya is a unique concept that brings pleasure to gluten-free eaters. NAKKASH Design Studio’s concept was to reinterpret the benefits of a gluten-free lifestyle into a spatial experience. We established a relaxed yet spirited mood by highlighting a natural material, cane, using perforated sheer, and having a toned-down pastel color palette.

The branding also fell under the studios' scope, which was translated as an abstract floor feature - using micro-topping and vinyl - creating a holistic system that combines a captivating aesthetic with an emotional soul.

What were the key challenges?

What materials did you choose and why? Cane as a wall cladding to cover the kitchen and we wanted to used natural materials to emphasize our concept.

Micro-topping + vinyl flooring to have a holistic approach by integrating the branding within the space.

Perforated sheer were used to keep the space light yet provide defined zones (retail, dining, lounge) within the café.