Astro Coffee

Name: Astro Coffee
Location: Detroit, MI


As a Michigan native, I've always had a soft spot for Detroit. While the news might lead you to believe its a city losing hope, places like Astro Coffee and other Cork Town favorites are slowly but surely revitalizing the area.



Astro uses the classic subway tile, chalkboard, and industrial pendant combination to creaet a Brooklyn-worthy space in the heart of Detroit. I love the wood clad bar and changing typography that graces the huge chalkboard wall. The exposed brick and vintage industrial furniture all lend well to the welcoming neighborly feel the space overflows with.


Image 1 © Astro Coffee
Image 2 © Hour Detroit
Image 3 © Flickr
Image 4 © Shark & Minnow


The Hardware Society

Name: The Hardware Society
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Photo Credits: Erika Hildegard Johnson


The Hardware Society is located along a nondescript alley with only a single small sign, letting you know you've arrived. Once inside though, you are greeted with an open and bright space with a modern meets rustic aesthetic.





Though they used a wide material palate, the space remains streamlined and consistent through the controlled color palate of grey, black, white and yellow. 




The use of the large scale brocade wall paper contrasts and balances the rustic wood and open displays of goods.



The accent lighting and displays within the space balance out the modern components by adding a touch of fun and whimsy.



Homa

Name: Homa
Location: London


Homa is a Mediterranean Brasserie with a clean, curated interior. 




Using local architects, designers, and sources for furniture, the space remains rooted in the community.


The mismatch of chairs and tables corresponds well with the bright interior and is curated just enough to still create a consistent feel without getting too busy or cluttered.


Images 1, 3 & 5 @ Homa
Image 2, 4 © Editor



Kiosk

Name: Kiosk
Location: Strasbourg, France




Kiosk was created based on the idea that everyone has a favorite little diner. One that is small and comfortable and makes you want to return time after time. 
With touches of mid century modern, Kiosk puts a fresh spin on the classic concept.




The use of butcher block and blond wood helps balance the small space While the globe pendants and curved lines evoke the classic mid century modern appeal.



All photos © behance

Southeast Wine Collective


Location: Portland, OR



Southeast Wine Collective has created an urban tasting room, bringing together four local wineries.
The space is a blend of urban warehouse and warm tasting room and use the wine as both displays and focal points. 


The main tasting bar uses wine barrels as shelving and texture. Wine stored bottom out creates a great visual flanking each side. 


The space also created multiple seating types including banquette, bar, and community table seating. All of these allow the tasting room to offer multiple experiences and host different events.



All images © Eater PDX

The Woodsman Market

Name: The Woodsman Market
Location: Portland, OR


Located right next to The Woodsman Tavern, 
(remember, the spot with the great kitsch collection of vintage landscapes?)
lies the artisan market and shop of the same owner. With the same attention to detail, the market feels as if it's been there forever.





With warm white subway tiles paired with dark grout, open shelving, a great period tile floor, and rustic pendants, the space feels warm and inviting. 


Showcasing local artisan goods, the space is great stop for a quick mid day sandwich or to pick up that one special ingredient to finish a dish. The comfortable and approachable space showcases the local purveyors in a welcoming environment.


Image 1 © Sunset
Images 2 &3 © Remodelista via David Lanthan Reamer
Image 4 © Nowness

Image 5 © Frolic




Pillar of Salt

Name: Pillar of Salt
Location: Melbourne, Australia


Located in Richmond, Pillar of Salt serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a relaxed and creative space. We love that the large front windows open up allowing a direct connect with the outside and fill up the space with natural light.





Daily specials are written directly on the white subway tile pillars while open shelves, honey colored wood, and exposed brick add a relaxed yet warm feeling. 


Image 1-3 © Broadsheet
Image 4 © Tumblr


Rich Table

Name: Rich Table
Location: San Francisco, CA


San Francisco's rich dining scene added another beauty with Rich Table. Rustic and warm, the space creates a neighborhood gathering spot.





With the reclaimed wood wall, painted half way, the space remains warm and rustic while bright and open.

The ladder back chairs create unity among the space and pay homage to the rustic environment.


All Photos © Aubrie Pick