Oddfellows

Name: Oddfellows
Location: Dallas, TX


 I thought I'd show you a favorite from our recent whirlwind trip to Dallas. Oddfellows is a breakfast/brunch/and coffee spot located in the Bishop Arts District and has a great handcrafted feel.



The white boarded walls, cool color palate and slatted benches reminds me of a urban lake house or retreat. The coffee bar stand at the front of the space, welcoming guests inside and features operable windows that allow diners to sit either inside, or outside to enjoy their cup. 




With industrial and collected touched scattered throughout the space, it remains casual and easy going while still keeping a distinctive style and refinement of concept.




Photo 1 © Eater Dallas
Photo 2 © Wade Griffith
Photo 3 © Switch Creative
Photo 5 @ The Little Dish

Dishoom

Name: Dishoom
Location: London
Design: AfroditiKrassa


Dishoom was designed to revitalize and pay tribute to the traditional cafes of Bombay. Concentrating on telling the story of these cafes, as well as keeping true to the architectural and design tradition, the space reflects old traditions and values while remaining firmly planted in the now.





A modern, monochromatic color palate and bold geometric shapes help bridge the gap between the history represented by Dishoom and the modern London where is currently resides. 



Family portraits hung on the walls were standard in Bombay cafe's and the tradition has been carried through to the new space. 

Mismatched chairs with marble-topped bistro tables give a casual feel to the otherwise modern and geometric space. 



Photos 1-3 © Sim Canetty via Dishoom
Photos 4-7 © Yatzer

Three Boars Eatery

Name: Three Boars Eatery
Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada



I love the simplicity behind Three Boars Eatery, located in Edmonton, Canada. From the wood-clad walls to the industrial stools and exposed pendants, the space feels warm, welcoming, and approachable.




Details like the built-in bar shelves, exposed ends, built-in bench, and chalkboard with drawn boar all make the space have a handmade feel. This handcrafted nature allows the guest to feel welcome and comfortable within the space.


All photos © Zachary Ayotte via Kinfolk

Our Work; The Savoy (Odyssey)

Name: The Savoy
Location: Chicago, IL



A project we had the pleasure of working on this past spring recently opened it's doors in the Wicker Park neighborhood, right here in Chicago. For this project, we were involved in the schematic & design development phases and helped the client layout the space, design the initial concept, as well as specify the initial FF&E items for within the space. 


The concept behind the space began with the original name for the space; Odyssey. Taking Homer's Epic and applying it to the space allowed us to play with a dark nautical concept. Using this as our starting base, we refined our concept down into natural and classic materials (woods, ropes, subway tile, mirrors) with warm earth tones for colors. To keep the space from going too nautical in feeling, we specified & envisioned industrial lighting, worn antiques and warm brass shelving mixed with pieces already owned. The space was ultimately renamed before opening but the initial concept remained.



The shotgun space was fragmented into multiple seating areas which were reworked in order to accommodate a raw bar, main dining space, bar seating, and a private room. The design throughout the space was created to darken as you continue through the space. The entry and raw bar were designed to be light & airy while the private room, the farthest room in the space, was designed to be dark, moody, & intimate. The dining and bar space in-between tie the spaces together and create a seamless transition for the guest. 

Conceptual FF&E specifications and ideas for The Savoy (Odyssey)
Below are interior and exterior 3D views that were created to show the progression throughout the space. They also show multiple ideas that we worked with while refining the layout and seating options. 





Below are some finished shots of the now open space. While some ideas evolved slightly, the overall concept, idea, and FF&E selections were carried through. 



Photos 2-7 © Kaper Design
Photos 1, 8-9 © Eater Chicago




Tandem Coffee Roasters

Name: Tandem Coffee Roasters
Location: Portland, ME


Everyone knows that my love for Portland (The original, East Coast version.) runs deep. To see Portland's restaurant and coffee culture expanding as quickly as it is couldn't make me any happier. Tandem, Portlands newest third wave coffee roaster just set up shop in the unlikely East Bayside neighborhood and created a tranquil and bright space to match.




Using a bright color and material palate of whites, grays, and light wood allows the space to feel open and welcoming. Allowing portions of the brick wall to remain exposed helps the space feel authentic and raw and hints at the buildings past.


The space is kept sparsely furnished with simple shop stools and industrial pendants which allows the central focus to be on the roasting and brewing process. 




All Photos © The blue ferry

Schiller's Liquor Bar

Name: Schiller's Liquor Bar
Location: New York, NY


Schiller's is a mix of old-school, vintage charm and modern industrial. The classic field tiles covering the exterior paired with the large typographic signage makes the space feel as if it's been in the neighborhood forever. 




The classic details continue to the interior with metal bistro-styke chairs, mirror-backed bar, checkerboard floor and mismatched victorian-based marble tables. The black & white color palate continues the classic feel but also edges the space into a modern time.







Photos 1-4, 6-7 © Schillers Liquor Bar
Photos 5 © Coeurdesel



Craftsman & Wolves

Name: Craftsman & Wolves
Location: San Francisco, CA



Craftsman & Wolves is a speciality bakery located in San Francisco. What I love about this concept is simply how much they managed to elevate the experience of a typical bakery. Clean lines, simple materials, and a bit of rustic/ industrialall contrast the jewel-like qualities of the pastry displays.



The horizontal, varying height tiles help keep your eye moving in the linear space while the library ladder system allows the menu to change as needed throughout the day. 



The minimalist seating area, outfitted with exposed brick, white walls, and filled with natural light  allow the pastries to shine.


All photos © Aubrie Pick


Mission Cheese

Name: Mission Cheese
Location: San Francisco, CA


I love the modern simplicity of Mission Cheese. Using a clean palate with a bold colored subway tile, keeps the space simple and unfussy while remaining a pulled together and well thought through concept.






The use of reclaimed woods on the walls and tables contrasted with the concrete walls and floors and exposed lighting gives the space an industrial feeling.




The whimsy of the hand-drawn sheep with names of cheese for fur is a delicate, feminine touch within the space.


All photos © Mission Cheese





Local Favorite; Grass Fed

Name: Grass Fed
Location: Chicago, IL


What I love about the interior of Grass Fed, a Bucktown/Wicker park steak house, is that the interior steers clear of any typical steakhouse associations. You could almost describe Grass Fed as your girlfriends steakhouse. The script font, bright interior, and topiaries all add a distinctive feminine touch to what has typically always been a masculine concept.





The new facade sets the tone for the interior space with it's bright, white paint, scalloped awnings, and perfectly green topiaries. 


The interior carries on the bright white and green palate while material choices give a nod to the classic farmhouse. 



 All photos © Grass Fed

Death Valley's Little Brother

Name: Death Valley's Little Brother Espresso Bar
Location: Ontario, Canada


I love the concept behind DVLB, located in Ontario. Part espresso, whisky and bread cafe, they focus on craft versions of all three.













Their space feels authentic and handcrafted which perfectly fits the handcrafted nature of their products. There are some fun details throughout the space, such as the recycled crate and pipe shelving and the hand drawn chalk art on the wall.




With exposed brick walls, tin ceilings and reclaimed wood furniture the space is overflowing with warmth.


Photos 1 & 4 © Andrewdfrazer
Photo 3 © DVLB Pinterest
Photo 2 & 5© ClickPhotography