Barista’s Canvas: Exploring the Art of Coffee Shop Architecture in the Golden Era of Cafés


Barista’s Canvas: Exploring the Art of Coffee Shop Architecture in the Golden Era of Cafés


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From a design perspective, one could say that the past decade was all about the bars — with the rise of the speakeasy came a heightened interest in bar interiors. Now, one can argue that we’ve entered the golden age of the coffee shop. From the smell of freshly ground beans to the slow pour of black coffee and the amazing latte art found in every cup, coffee shops have become a new place of gathering.

Apart from social spaces, cafes act as workstations for remote workers or digital nomads, cozy “lounge rooms” for reading books and listening to podcasts and even event spaces that host pouring workshops or book club assemblies. Coffee shops straddle the intersection of public and private space, challenging architects to compose flexible designs and explore the qualities that make a successful cafe...


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RSK: I don`t know about you but I am guessing you want your cafe to be warm and fuzzy yet functional. These seem to have a stark, naked atmosphere and are not inviting at all. But that may just be my idea of a coffee shop. WHat are your favs and why? Drop me an email and let me know. Will post results if we have enough replies.

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