A French Brunch Cafe and Bar in Brooklyn
Project Designed for a Virtual Company and Client with Jiyeong Lee and Jessica Kim
While redesigning a restaurant in Brooklyn, I actively immersed myself in the actual interior industry by working closely with team members on construction drawings. Focusing on bridging the gap between the contrasting atmospheres of a bar and a cafe, we concentrated on creating an interior ambiance that seamlessly blended the two. Red was chosen as the accent color, complemented by warm tones such as ivory, cream, gold, and wood to complete the color scheme. Strategically placing bar tables directly under the skylight maximized their utilization. A U-shaped sofa near the entrance ensures comfortable seating for customers of all ages. The courtyard serves as a space for families to enjoy during the day and transforms into a versatile area for parties and gatherings at night.
Rhino, and Enscape used
Client and Site
Vitural Client
The client is a thirty-year-old French man who recently arrived in the United States and aims to establish L'Épicurien, a French brunch cafe by day and a bar by night in Brooklyn. The goal is to promote French food and bar culture. The name, L'Épicurien, conveys a sense of indulgence, making it suitable for both brunch and a bar setting. The establishment will serve French-style brunch menus during the day, featuring items like croissants, scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, and fried eggs. In the afternoon, it will transition into a bar, offering drinks and French-style finger foods such as cheese onion tart, cheese souffle, and mini-croque monsieur. Each plate will be priced between $20 and $30, with none exceeding $50. The target audience includes families with young children, married young couples, and individuals ranging from kids to their 30s.
Virtual Interior Design Firm by Our Team
Circu Design Interior, operated by three interior designers in a general partnership, focuses on the theme of circulation. The company is committed to anticipating and adapting to the evolving nature of spaces, ensuring thoughtful consideration of environmental contexts for current and future uses, with a belief that their creative designs should enhance client benefits and business prospects.
181 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Section and Elevation Drawing
Bathroom Plan and Elevation Drawing
Enlarged Stair Plan&Stair Section Drawing
Enlarged Stair Plan&Stair Section Drawing
Door Schedule Drawing
I completed it by myself
Material Collage
The concept provide spatial comfort through the use of red color harmony, inspired by the local French restaurant with a touch of luxury. Due to the small size of the space, we started this material scheme with a single color that would be memorable from their first visit. Focusing on red, they aimed for a warm atmosphere.
