Bricks Decoded: Bangin’ Brick Retail Interiors.In today’s retail climate, physical stores are increasingly recognizing architectural and design merit as a drawcard for potential customers. In this bangin' retail interiors roundup, bricks are heroed in a myriad of materials, shapes...
Como Taperia in Vancouver, Canada by Ste Marie Art and Design.At Como Taperia in Vancouver, Ste Marie were inspired by the work of Spanish painter, sculptor and ceramicist MirĂł. They used punchy cobalt-blue elements applied throughout the space on both functional and purely decorative...
RYU Peel Sushi Restaurant in Montreal, Canada by MĂ©nard Dworkind.Post demolition of the downtown Montreal building that now houses RYU Peel Sushi Restaurant, original walls covered in a patchwork of plaster, paint and wallpaper were revealed, forming a rich collage that inspired MĂ©nard Dworkind to...
Parsonage Cafe in Victoria BC, Canada by Studio Roslyn.Striking a balance between thoughtful design and minimalism was paramount for Studio Roslyn in renovating Parsonage Café, ensuring it retained a sense of familiarity and community so as not to alienate an existing customer base, developed...
La Tana Café in Vancouver, Canada by Ste. Marie Art and Design.Inspired by old world establishments, Caffè La Tana is an homage to the Italian alimentari: a small, neighbourhood gathering place serving pastries and simple meals; brewing strong, Italian style espresso; making fresh pasta in house; and...
Le Blossom Japanese Restaurant in Montreal, Canada by Ménard Dworkind.If there’s one thing Montreal-based Ménard Dworkind know how to do, it’s to design a killer hospitality venue. Le Blossom is their non-traditional and futurist take on Japanese culture, located at the heart of Montreal’s Village....
RYU Japanese Restaurant by MĂ©nard Dworkind in Montreal, Canada.Montreal-based architecture & design studio MĂ©nard Dworkind employed a contemporary design approach underpinned with a Japanese sensibility for the design of RyĂą restaurant. The duo prioritised hand-worked natural materials that would...
Miss Wong Restaurant in Quebec, Canada by MĂ©nard Dworkind Architecture & Design.Miss Wong Restaurant in Quebec incorporates recognisable elements such as hanging lanterns, vibrant neon signage and the classic folding scissor gates which enhance the overall atmosphere within this lively...
Swallowfield Barn in Langley, BC, Canada by MOTIV Architects.When Mum and Dad ask you to build them a house, as an architect you’ve got a bit of latitude. You also have a budget that Mum and Dad will never let you forget. And you have a long-term relationship with them that will outlive any...
