Coffee shops have always been popular gathering spaces among coffee lovers, but with the rise of remote working, especially post-pandemic, they have become a hotspot for remote workers and students as well. One of the many reasons why they are such a popular hangout spot, other than the fact that they serve one of the most globally-adored drinks, is because of their well-designed interior spaces that promote comfort, relaxation, and productivity simultaneously. After all, it's always been said that architects and coffee go hand in hand. In this interior focus, we explore how different design elements shape the user experience of a coffee shop, and look at how architects have employed them through 17 examples.
Safdie Architects Designs a Garden-Hospital in Cartagena, Colombia
The Serena del Mar Hospital Center (CHSM) is the first hospital designed by Safdie Architects. Focusing on the human being, the concept revolves around the idea that "access to nature and natural light are vital in creating improved therapeutic experiences for patients, families and staff alike". Seeking to provide a sense of well-being that leads to better clinical outcomes, the hospital has started opening in phases to the public, earlier this year. The firm's first project in Latin America is not the only one, in fact, Safdie Architects are working on Qorner, a residential project under construction in Quito, Ecuador, and the Albert Einstein Education and Research Center in Brazil, to be inaugurated in early 2022.
https://www.archdaily.com/971624/safdie-architects-designs-a-garden-like-hospital-in-cartagena-colombiaAgustina Iñiguez
Mustapan Coffee Shop / Estudio Chávarro
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Architects: Estudio Chávarro
- Area: 2045 ft²
- Year: 2020
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Manufacturers: AutoDesk, Alfa, Blend Concrete, L’Atelier, TIERRATEC
https://www.archdaily.com/952388/mustapan-coffee-shop-estudio-chavarroPilar Caballero