ESQUINA DE CAFE
Integrating heritage into design
How might we create a space that captures the spirit of café de olla, with its tradition, warmth, and connection, while supporting comfort and flexibility?
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Dictating Space
Creating a designated, balanced surface for the cafe de olla and pan dulce supports ease and flow of the social ritual.
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Movement & Flow
A set up that allows freedom of movement while maintaining comfort enhances accessibility for all participants
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Enhancing Sociability
Ensuring an open seating arrangement and visual connection supports this sense of togetherness and community.
Lean. Lounge. Sip.
Small Tweaks, Big Impact
From form exploration to material expression; two sketching phases mapped how subtle adjustments and surface choices define the chairs character.
Mood dRawn From memory
Images taken from my grandparents home and historical architecture served to inspire the essence of the chair.
Form refined. Intent made tangible.
