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Gelato messina

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Project • By Vie Studio • Restaurants

Gelato Messina x Shadow Bakery

Gelato Messina has built a reputation as one of Australia's most recognised artisan gelato brands, celebrated for its handcrafted flavours, premium ingredients and playful personality. As the business continued to grow, the challenge was to translate the brand's distinctive identity into a retail environment that could support high customer volumes while maintaining the authenticity and creativity that customers associate with the Messina experience. The design approach focused on creating a space that celebrates both the craft of gelato making and the energy of the brand. Rather than following conventional dessert retail design, the environment combines industrial materials with warm finishes to create an atmosphere that feels contemporar... More

Project • By Vie Studio • Shops

Gelato Messina Rosebery

Situated within the newly refurbished Rosebery Engine Yards, Gelato Messina is marking its mark within Sydney’s inner south. The design weaves the stories of the site’s past with the optimistic promises of the forthcoming development, exemplifying the art and charm of an old-world pub. Andrew Worssam Fitted with mid-century modern details, the store is a model of historical craftsmanship, with wonders at every corner. Inspired by the brand’s dedication to ingredient origins and transparent sourcing, we delved into the site's history. Previously operating as an aristocrat factory, the location held a warehouse that produced handcrafted slot machines. This story of artisanship sparked our design’s concept and vis... More