# Open-Frame Coffee Shops Uniuni Coffee's Unique Cafe Design Has a "Stage" and "Backstage" Area By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-07-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-cafe-design References: [retaildesignblog.net](http://retaildesignblog.net/2018/07/24/uniuni-coffee-store-by-dongqi-architects-nanjing-china/) & [dong-qi.net](http://www.dong-qi.net/) Uniuni Coffee in Nanjing, China boasts a unique cafe design created by 'dongqi Architects' that clearly separates the physical space into a theatrical "[stage" and "backstage" area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-next-agency1) for behind-the-scenes operations. Uniuni has been recognized by the World Barista Championship and it offers a distinct perspective on coffee retailing. The interior of the physical space embraces open-frame fixtures that are far more open than conventional coffee shop designs. Unlike many cafes that maximize the available space with wall storage units and shelves, Uniuni Coffee implemented a clean design with hidden doors that set a boundary within the space. Throughout the unique cafe design, pops of red can be seen on accessories and suspended ceiling elements to create unity within the largely [open-concept and airy feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-tondo) of the interior. Image Credit: Raitt Liu ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Open-frame Coffee Shops:** Incorporate theatrical elements with open-frame fixtures and clean design - **Unique Cafe Design:** Create a distinctive interior to enhance the customer experience - **Hidden Boundaries Within Space:** Implement hidden doors to define boundaries within the open-frame fixtures ### Sectors Adopting This - **Coffee Retailing:** Revamp traditional coffee shop designs to create a unique and memorable experience for customers - **Interior Design:** Incorporate theatrical elements and hidden doors to create a functional and visually appealing space - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Introduce unique and unconventional cafe designs to enhance the tourist experience ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pared-Back Coffee Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-bottle-coffee-shop1.md) - [Spaciously Modern City Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brandor-coffee.md) - [Boldly Designed Minimal Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinklu.md) - [Industrial Café Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-blue-bottle-coffee-west-bund.md) - [Cross-Influence Fusion Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/challe-caf.md) - [Art Deco Café Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atypique-1.md) - [Minimal Coffee Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-bottle-coffee-shinsaibashi.md) - [Restored Cafe Culture Retailers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-coffee-house.md) - [Dynamic Layered Interior Cafés](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-tondo.md)