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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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
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,
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
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
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
Livia Cafe / Vancouver / Callander Architecture In the heart of Vancouver, Livia Cafe, designed by Callander Architecture, effortlessly combines traditional charm with a modern touch. Brendan Callander, the project lead during his time at Birmingham & Wood Architects, worked closely with the client to create a cozy space that
Sweet Beirut / Bexley / Bas and Co Lebanon is a far cry from the industrial hustle and bustle of Bexley. But stepping through the doors of Sweet Beirut, you wouldn’t know it – which was exactly the aim. The opulent interiors are reminiscent of Middle Eastern infrastructure and business
Omni Buvette / Luxembourg / 2001 Tbsi OMNI: a building as a resource designed by 2001 Tbsi, photography by Ludmilla Cerveny This prefabricated building from 1974 faced demolition due to its rigid and closed-off floorplan, its outdated thermal comfort, and obsolete technical equipment. To explore european or other cafes worldwide see bestcafedesigns.com.
Mercedes Benz Brand Centre / Dubai / Heller Studios Designed by Heller Studios, experience the fusion of coffee culture and Mercedes Benz at our reimagined Autohaus in close proximity to Dubai’s design district D3. The ambition behind the transformation was to position Mercedes-Benz as a lifestyle icon, offering a space
