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Mora Mora Colima / Mexico City / Alfille Arquitectos

Mora Mora Colima: Alfille Arquitectos’ Sustainable Vegan Restaurant and Supermarket in Mexico City In the heart of Mexico City, Mora Mora Colima designed by Alfille Arquitectos emerges as a flagship vegan restaurant and supermarket, blending sustainability with thoughtful design. The name “Mora Mora” reflects a leisurely pace, contrasting with the

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Arabica / Saigon Central Post Office / Cafes around Saigon

Arabica Ho Chi Minh City Roastery: NKAA Studio’s Modern Design in Saigon’s Historic Central Post Office In the heart of Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1, the % Arabica Ho Chi Minh City Roastery offers a thoughtfully designed space in the Central Post Office that combines the area’s historical context

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Sustainability and Coffee – Interview with EcoBarista

Sustainability and Coffee: Insights from EcoBarista’s Brand and Marketing Strategist One thing I would like to do at bestcafedesigns.com is broaden the topics investigated that interest our general audience of designers / cafe operators / baristas / travellers and coffee lovers. I’m personally interested in how sustainability is integrated into

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Ahora / Buenos Aires / Ohioestudio

AHORA Restaurant: OHIO Estudio’s Sustainable and Sensory Design in Buenos Aires Designed by Ohio Photographed by Luis Barandiaran AHORA is a restaurant with a Comfort Food gastronomic proposal. After a pandemic, the concept of present time has been redefined. Our interest lies in redefining the conventional, focusing on transforming materials through

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Intelligentsia Coffee / Austin Texas / Magic Architecture

Intelligentsia Coffee Austin: Magic Architecture’s Urban Oasis Inspired by Texas Swimming Holes Inspired by local swimming holes, Intelligentsia Coffee’s Austin store designed by Magic Architecture was imagined as an urban escape from the heat of a Texas Summer. Located in a new shiny high-rise building, the primary goal was to

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Micah Coffee Brewers / Melbourne / Rptecture

Micah Coffee Brewers: Rptecture’s Minimalist and Award-Winning Café Design in Melbourne Rptecture Architects design for Micah Coffee Brewers in Melbourne is minimalist, elegant and pure. From its fully glazed shopfront to its centralised coffee counter flanked by integrated timber benches, every element of the design is thoughtfully curated to create

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Roste Chocolate House / Portland / Gabe Headrick

Roste Chocolate House: Gabe Headrick’s Fusion of Chocolate Production and Café Culture in Portland’s Pearl District Introducing Roste Chocolate House, a delightful blend of chocolate production and cafe nestled in Portland’s vibrant Pearl district. What sets this establishment apart is its authentic chocolate production display, where patrons can witness the

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25:8 Creative Coffee Collective / Ottawa / 25:8 Architecture

Architects love hybrid spaces that socialize architectural practice. I have always been drawn to concepts that push the boundaries of traditional cafe design, and the 25:8 Creative Coffee Collective certainly does just that. This hybrid model offers a third space for design professionals and the public alike, blurring the lines

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SHOWAY ARTS SPACE / Qingpu District / Shanghai / Topos Design

As an architect and the founder of BestCafeDesigns.com, I have always been drawn to cafe spaces that support public buildings, offering a sense of community and vibrancy to their surroundings. Showay, located within the expansive National Exhibition and Convention Center in Qingpu District, Shanghai, is a prime example of this

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Migrant Kitchen Story / New York / JBA Collective and MEAN Design

Migrant Kitchen Cafe in New York, is characterised by its sculptural enclosure made of laser-cut plywood lattice, which serves as both a functional wall lining and an eye-catching feature ceiling. This design choice creates captivating vistas throughout the space, especially when viewed from different angles. The integration of the plywood

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Cafe/Restaurant District Wharf Amsterdam South / Open Architects

This versatile building serves as a garage, office, and living room for the cleaning service. What distinguishes this district yard is the use of biobased materials and recycled products for the entire interior. Every component, from furniture to decoration, is made from recycled materials or directly sourced from discarded products.

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Felt Coffee Dosan / Seoul / WGNB

FELT Coffee, renowned for its distinctive blend of contemporary design and artisanal coffee culture, unveiled its second outpost, FELT Coffee Dosan, on May 10, 2019, igniting a buzz of excitement among coffee aficionados and design enthusiasts alike. Nestled within a dynamic urban landscape, the café shares its space with Juun.J’,

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Coffee Nap Roasters / Seoul / Design Studio Maoom

Nestled in the bustling streets of Seoul, Coffee Nap Roasters offers a serene escape from the city’s frenetic pace. Designed by the talented team at Design Studio Maoom, this cozy coffee spot seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with nods to traditional Korean landscapes, creating a tranquil oasis for weary urbanites. The

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Foreplan Cafe / Seoul / Demas Rusli

Inspired by the world of architecture, Foreplan Cafe provides a welcoming space where patrons can unwind and draw inspiration from their surroundings. Designed to evoke the ambiance of an architectural practice, Foreplan Cafe’s interior is characterized by its minimalist decor and cozy atmosphere, inviting guests to relax and enjoy a

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House 41 Cafe / ADO HK

Movies such as “You Are the Apple of My Eye” and “Our Times” created a profound impact in the film industry, evoking a sense of nostalgia by reconnecting people with their collective memories. There is a certain beauty in these recollections, as they often stir up emotions that are difficult

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Mad Cafe / ADO HK

Designed by ADO Culture, Madhead Limited is a vibrant and innovative mobile game developer and operator. Their flagship game, “Tower of Saviors,” has achieved legendary status in the Hong Kong mobile gaming industry, amassing over 10 million users in record time. With a rapid expansion from 20 to 200 employees,

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Parisian Bakery / Cafe in LA / MAAM

Designed by MAAM, this Los Angeles bakery, designed for a young, Parisian couple—a baker and a marketing maven—embraces their romantic story with a design that eschews irony for whimsy and delight. Layering shades of pink, the café becomes a rosy-hued confection, mirroring the pastries on display. To explore cafes worldwide

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