Cafeteria

SOMAA. and collaborator Guido Dongus, would like to announce the completion of the new Mensa in Leonberg, Germany.  Peter Ziegner The new Mensa Leonberg is a shared cafeteria between two neighboring schools in downtown Leonberg. The building is situated between the street and three existing buildings and consists of three circular volumes fusing together to become one undulating form. This configuration separates itself from the existing, arbitrary urban plan and defines the space in between the existing structures. This creates a cohesive link between the two schools while also designating itself as a central meeting place.  Peter Ziegner The building creates several interior and exterior zones that are used to fulfil... More

Desert Box is a small mixed-use center for shops and offices located in Madinat Zayed City, an oasis city in the middle of the desert in the Western Emirate of Abu Dhabi. UPA Italia UPA Italia The customer's idea was to make the architecture look like commercial transport boxes, so as to give the project uniqueness and character, despite the simple functional program. The use of standard dimensions derives from the boxes. This meant that composite volumes and façade projections could be created like a sort of toy volumes. This allowed to give the building a less rigid and more informal look. UPA Italia UPA Italia On the ground floor there are spaces for shops and possibly small cafeterias on the street. On the u... More

Technoprobe, a large company based in the province of Lecco, has gained in a very short time a prestigious position in the field of international microelectronics. Its success is due, among other things, to its extreme care and the ability to support change.Unsurprisingly, the Technoprobe cafeteria looks like a trendy restaurant. The resin effect of the Elements Design porcelain stoneware collection covers floors and walls with soft but firm reflections. The mixed hexagons frame the countertop and draw contrasting patterns, in a rhythmic alternation with large slabs in Beige and Ivory tones. Natural light, passing through the large windows, enhances colours and shapes. The Nordic and comfortable furnishings add freshness to the environment. More

Our interior design for Locusview, a digital platform of construction data for energy infrastructure, was inspired by the company’s merging of low-tech and high-tech. Our mission was two-fold, to create a beautiful design in line with the company’s values, while focusing on giving users a top-notch experience.  We designed a cafeteria lounge full of color, sober designs and functional spaces; a spacious and efficient kitchen space and a relaxing and imposing terrace, which serves as a place to relax and recharge in the middle of the day.  More

Located in Boavista, Porto Office Park (POP) is one of the most modern and innovative office parks in Portugal, combining sustainability, design and comfort. Divided between two buildings, the project by the Broadway Malyan stands out for its striking architecture, excellent urban setting and bright interior spaces with quality details. spacesandplaces.pt spacesandplaces.pt In this project, Vector Mais was responsible for the design and construction of the POP Eats canteen, auditorium and conference rooms. In the restaurant, with a capacity for 250 people, the interiors were inspired by industrial environments. In a mix of dark tones, metallic structures and exposed technical installations, POP Eats is an intimate and welcoming s... More

Our collaboration with Mount Holyoke began as a feasibility study of centralizing their five residential dining facilities. While the concept proved both financially and physically feasible, the cultural and trustee approval feasibility proved more complicated. Following several months of research, workshops, and consensus-building, the project emerged as a reimagined community center that combines a variety of co-curricular, social, student services, and dining spaces in the center of campus. The historic Blanchard Hall structure, formerly the campus gymnasium, is organized on three programmatic levels, connected by a sun-filled central atrium. The entry-level reinvents the original basketball court as a new “campus lobby” or... More

Le Cattive, inside Palazzo Butera, is a space with multiple functions, that is today a place dedicated to wine culture but it will become the cafeteria of the museum, when opened. Thanks to the collaboration with Arch. Giovanni Cappelletti, we designed a contemporary space, that doesn't deny its historical soul. The space has a central entrance, with two different desks that identify the cafeteria space and the wine bar space. The floors have been partially recovered from the original floor of Palazzo Butera terrace, putting an emphasis on longitude, while the wine caveau, light and modern, is the real exhibition space. More

Refurbishment of a 50m2 shop in Lisboa Estrela neighbourhood, converted to gourmet grocery and coffeeshop. More

Having coffee in great environment equals to starting a day joyfully.  More

In response to the request of the University of Guanajuato, a proposal was made for the central cafeteria of the Celaya Campus. This proposal was conceived to be carried out in three stages, for which reason it was very important to have a very efficient construction system that would help in the expansion stages of the same. The scheme has a general dining room with the main kitchen and toilets. This room would be expanded in a second stage with more space for diners and with some dining rooms for special events. As a third stage, exterior premises for concessions or franchises are proposed. More

For the offices of a global search engine company, Form4 Architecture created a modern and sophisticated workplace that celebrates the story of salt production, a prominent Bay Area industry dating back to 1854.  The design draws upon the history and characteristics of the South Bay landscape, as well as the confluence of nature and industry.   The workplace includes three branded cafés with al-fresco dining and seating for 216; a fitness center with lockers rooms and outdoor exercise area; meeting rooms in a variety of configurations for group interactions and private conversations; a 178-seat auditorium aptly named “Tech Talk” for company presentations and guest speakers; and 50 electric vehicle charging sta... More

Gaudenti 1971 is a new format that mixes the small, Italian fine pastry shop with a large international bakery. This was the starting point to define a space that could convey both respect for the traditional values of Italian culture and a strong drive for renewal. This premise translated into a careful renovation of existing elements, which were systematically integrated into the new decor. While a different graphic motif was designed for each venue, giving a new interpretation of historical decorative styles, the consistent use of velvet and blue wood ensures the brand is instantly recognizable.The original wood paneling from the early 1950s was renovated to lighten up overall decor and make it more delicate. In the same way, the ce... More

Gaudenti 1971 is a new format that mixes the small, Italian fine pastry shop with a large international bakery. This was the starting point to define a space that could convey both respect for the traditional values of Italian culture and a strong drive for renewal. This premise translated into a careful renovation of existing elements, which were systematically integrated into the new decor. While a different graphic motif was designed for each venue, giving a new interpretation of historical decorative styles, the consistent use of velvet and blue wood ensures the brand is instantly recognizable.The first phase of the project brought the venue back to its original layout: unnecessary walls were removed to reveal its longitudinal profile,... More

Gaudenti 1971 is a new format that mixes the small, Italian fine pastry shop with a large international bakery. This was the starting point to define a space that could convey both respect for the traditional values of Italian culture and a strong drive for renewal. This premise translated into a careful renovation of existing elements, which were systematically integrated into the new decor. While a different graphic motif was designed for each venue, giving a new interpretation of historical decorative styles, the consistent use of velvet and blue wood ensures the brand is instantly recognizable.Inside one of Turin’s oldest fine pastry shops, all elements with historical value were recovered and enhanced, while those... More