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Contemporary cafe design

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about contemporary cafe design

Project • By SNOB ArchitectsRestaurants

CONTEMPORARY ALL-DAY CAFE

This 130 m² café is conceived as a bright and welcoming all-day space designed for everyday use by local residents. The project transforms an empty space into a carefully structured interior where functionality, atmosphere, and material expression are brought into balance. The spatial organisation revolves around an open kitchen that acts as both the functional core and the visual centerpiece of the café. Finished in stainless steel and metal-fronted cabinetry, it introduces a subtle industrial character that is softened by warm wooden elements connecting it to the dining area. The entrance is compact and efficient, separated from the main hall by a glass shelving system that functions as both display and partition. A lo... More

Project • By Phoebe Says Wow ArchitectsRestaurants

Fifteen Steps Workshop Coffee

Coffee industry has been in an unprecedented booming state locally and globally. This trending culture is supported by stories well told and fascinating presentations from serving, graphics to spatial design. Simply a cup of good coffee is not enough to for the retails to gain a margin given the competitive environment. Customers want ever fresh and diverse experiences while exploring shops. Our client, the shop owner, head barista of Fifteen Steps Workshop, enquired us to renovate his shop in a novel way to further boost his brand on the map. Spatial reinterpretation of the coffee roaster and shop tasked us at a commercially bustling district in Taipei. Hey!Cheese Contexts Our site as an 80 sqm former office space at the corner grou... More

Project • By Comelite Architecture Structure and Interior DesignBars

Chillax Industrial luxury Café

The Chillax Café in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, designed by CAS is a product of a perfect combination of two very different styles creating an industrial luxury café interior which is bright, bold and beautiful. The industrial elements give contemporary, modern and trendy vibe while the luxurious elements add style and sophistication to this interior design. More

Project • By Comelite Architecture Structure and Interior DesignBars

Dr. Coffee Modern Coffee Shop Design

The minimalistic design of the Dr. Coffee Modern Coffee Shop Design in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, shows off the brand's inherent philosophy: simple sophistication is best. The client's belief that brewing the perfect blend of coffee is a science form is instantly apparent within the structured ambiance and clean aesthetic of the shop. With a brightly lit modern ambiance, bare minimum use of plastic, and recyclable paper packaging, this coffee shop is a must-visit for everyone! More

Project • By AshariArchitectsBars

Upcycle Cafe ( Ferdowsi Cafe )

Upcycling Café is about 360 square meters.It is a part of Persian Golf complex in shiraz .The main goal of designing is creating environmental , social and economic sustainability .The waste materials , existing in the location of the project and a locality of collecting wastes ,have been applied .The designing details is in such a way that employer was able to implement them without professional builder. Devoting part of the cafe to eatable vegetables not only provided economic self-efficiency , but also filtered the interior air . We destroyed a portion of exterior wall to supply natural light for plants . Social interaction has been realized through variety of seating , an insular counter and a stage . We used some materials from the pre... More

Project • By lamatildeBars

Gaudenti 1971 - Po

Gaudenti 1971 is a new format that mixes the small, Italian fine pastry shop with a large international bakery. This was the starting point to define a space that could convey both respect for the traditional values of Italian culture and a strong drive for renewal. This premise translated into a careful renovation of existing elements, which were systematically integrated into the new decor. While a different graphic motif was designed for each venue, giving a new interpretation of historical decorative styles, the consistent use of velvet and blue wood ensures the brand is instantly recognizable.The original wood paneling from the early 1950s was renovated to lighten up overall decor and make it more delicate. In the same way, the ce... More

Project • By lamatildeBars

Gaudenti 1971 - Carlo Felice

Gaudenti 1971 is a new format that mixes the small, Italian fine pastry shop with a large international bakery. This was the starting point to define a space that could convey both respect for the traditional values of Italian culture and a strong drive for renewal. This premise translated into a careful renovation of existing elements, which were systematically integrated into the new decor. While a different graphic motif was designed for each venue, giving a new interpretation of historical decorative styles, the consistent use of velvet and blue wood ensures the brand is instantly recognizable.The first phase of the project brought the venue back to its original layout: unnecessary walls were removed to reveal its longitudinal profile,... More

Project • By Comelite Architecture Structure and Interior DesignShops

Contemporary Cafe Design - Lucaffe

The Contemporary Café Design in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is actually a franchise outlet of the world famous coffee brand: Lucaffe. It's simple and brand-oriented interior design instantly attracts the eye with the patented red and whites. Gorgeous lighting and exposed brick walls add a textural charisma to the whole ambiance while wooden accents add neutrality to the space. The layout is highly spacious and there are self-service counters that urge the customers to personalize their beverage. More