When commissioned to envision the interior of this gluten-free bakery in Santa Monica, Los Angeles-based studio Commune embraced a creamy color palette and a rich set of materials, including combinations that boasted the use of limestone, wood, terracotta, and plaster. The nuances in interior design were no coincidence either as the studio wanted to connect the establishment to its founder's (Chloé Charlier) Provençal heritage.
The bakery is playfully dubbed 'BreadBlok' and it serves as a convenient place where those with dietary restrictions pertaining to gluten can indulge in a stress-free atmosphere. In addition to alluring consumers with a welcoming creamy color palette and tasty gluten-free products, BreadBlok also doubles as a coffee shop. The business also boasts some local, artistic touches--from Adam Pogue's patchwork tablecloths to Dax Savage's handwoven rope baskets.
Image Credit: Laura Joliet
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Gluten-free Bakery Design
- Designing gluten-free bakeries with chic and welcoming interiors can attract consumers with dietary restrictions and offer a stress-free atmosphere.
- Creamy Color Palettes
- Using creamy color palettes and rich materials in bakery design can create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
- Artistic Touches in Bakery Design
- Incorporating local, artistic touches in bakery design can add unique character and charm to the establishment.
Where This Applies
- Gluten-free Bakery Industry
- The gluten-free bakery industry can benefit from innovative designs that appeal to health-conscious consumers.
- Interior Design Industry
- The interior design industry can offer disruptive innovation opportunities by creating chic and inviting spaces in gluten-free bakeries.
- Coffee Shop Industry
- The coffee shop industry can explore gluten-free bakery partnerships as a way to cater to customers with dietary restrictions and expand their menu offerings.
