A Kuwait coffee shop embraces the popularity of industrial design with a curiously minimalist interior. Dubbed '% Arabica,' the cafe surely captures attention by way of its bold, yet pared-back arrangement. What's more, the space is absent in traditional seating arrangements. Instead, the Kuwait coffee shop boasts a concrete stepped silhouette that can accommodate the guests of % Arabica.
The industrial-style aesthetic is arranged by Japanese studio Nendo. The firm also infused the cafe with some attention-captivating features — this includes the gold-accented table framework and the "gold-hued decor details." Each of these elements is intended to evoke a luxe aesthetic that "symbolizes the quality of [Kuwait coffee shop's] high-end products."
Photo Credits: Takumi Ota
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Industrial Design
- Opportunity to explore the use of bold and minimalist interior designs in various industries.
- Alternative Seating Arrangements
- Potential for innovative seating arrangements that move away from traditional setups in cafes and restaurants.
- Luxe Aesthetic
- Opportunity to incorporate gold accents and high-end decor details to create a luxurious atmosphere.
Sectors Adopting This
- Hospitality
- Disruptive innovation opportunity to incorporate industrial design elements and alternative seating arrangements in cafes, restaurants, and hotels.
- Retail
- Opportunity for retailers to adopt a minimalist and industrial aesthetic in their stores, captivating customers with unique interior designs.
- Interior Design
- Potential for interior designers to incorporate a luxe aesthetic with gold accents and high-end decor details, elevating the overall atmosphere of spaces.
