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Coffee Shop
Russia, Karachay-Cherkess Republic, Cherkessk
Designed area: 95 m²
Seating capacity: 37
Concept: 2025
CONCEPT
The interior concept of this coffee shop is built on a subtle dialogue between contemporary minimalism and the aesthetics of Islamic cultural tradition. The space is intentionally free of visual noise: a restrained palette and concise décor create an atmosphere of focus, where the primary experience becomes the taste of coffee and the rhythm of unhurried relaxation.
The base shades - ight beige and soft gray - refer to the archetypes of a simple dwelling, where white clay and stone have shaped the environment of everyday life for centuries. Against this calm backdrop, sky blue emerges as both a conceptual and emotional accent. In Islamic tradition, it symbolizes the sky and water—sources of clarity and inner balance. At the same time, this color supports the brand’s visual identity, integrating a cultural reference into a contemporary design language.
The minimalist strategy unfolds through natural materials, honest textures, and compositional integrity. The wood textures of the furniture soften the rigor of the architectural planes, while varied upholstery adds depth to the color scenography. Bright accents are used sparingly - not as a decorative gesture, but as a tool for navigation and identity.
Lighting is structured according to a principle of layering: a neon line beneath the ceiling establishes an overall glow, pendant fixtures create intimacy within the seating areas, and wall sconces fill the interior with soft, diffused light.
The layout is democratic and flexible. Compact sofa groupings along the walls and windows coexist with bar seating designed for work and short stops. The open center emphasizes a sense of airiness and facilitates movement. A monolithic bar counter made of architectural concrete becomes the compositional anchor of the space - both expressive and practical.
A continuous poured cement floor unifies the main hall and the sanitary area, which is architecturally highlighted in blue. The prayer room and ablution area are designed in a cohesive style: light beige walls, a floating ceiling, and a mihrab oriented toward Mecca with delicate lighting. Here, minimalism acquires a special quietness, transforming into a respectful space for contemplation
The base shades - ight beige and soft gray - refer to the archetypes of a simple dwelling, where white clay and stone have shaped the environment of everyday life for centuries. Against this calm backdrop, sky blue emerges as both a conceptual and emotional accent. In Islamic tradition, it symbolizes the sky and water—sources of clarity and inner balance. At the same time, this color supports the brand’s visual identity, integrating a cultural reference into a contemporary design language.
The minimalist strategy unfolds through natural materials, honest textures, and compositional integrity. The wood textures of the furniture soften the rigor of the architectural planes, while varied upholstery adds depth to the color scenography. Bright accents are used sparingly - not as a decorative gesture, but as a tool for navigation and identity.
Lighting is structured according to a principle of layering: a neon line beneath the ceiling establishes an overall glow, pendant fixtures create intimacy within the seating areas, and wall sconces fill the interior with soft, diffused light.
The layout is democratic and flexible. Compact sofa groupings along the walls and windows coexist with bar seating designed for work and short stops. The open center emphasizes a sense of airiness and facilitates movement. A monolithic bar counter made of architectural concrete becomes the compositional anchor of the space - both expressive and practical.
A continuous poured cement floor unifies the main hall and the sanitary area, which is architecturally highlighted in blue. The prayer room and ablution area are designed in a cohesive style: light beige walls, a floating ceiling, and a mihrab oriented toward Mecca with delicate lighting. Here, minimalism acquires a special quietness, transforming into a respectful space for contemplation
DESIGN
