Introduction to Blue Bottle South Park
Blue Bottle South Park, designed by Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, marks the first of several cafés crafted for Blue Bottle. This 1,200-square-foot establishment resides in the former Kohler warehouse, offering a light-filled, intentionally minimalistic interior space.
Embracing Essentialism in Design
The design ethos of this café revolves around revealing the inherent beauty of the site by stripping away excesses. The focus is on elevating essential architectural elements like original brick walls and robust timber support columns, fostering a strong visual connection with the lively SoMa streets.
Interior Aesthetics and Features
As patrons step inside, they are greeted by a lattice of floating wooden boxes that play with light and shadow, housing coffee bags and serveware for sale. The interior boasts a subdued palette of warm wood tones, pale blue walls, and concrete flooring, harmonizing seamlessly with Blue Bottle’s branding and the artistry of coffee brewing.
Innovative Additions
Noteworthy additions include an iced coffee bar and Blue Bottle’s debut Mavam espresso machine, strategically showcasing only the essential machinery. The coffee-making equipment is seamlessly integrated into a sleek stainless steel and birch plywood bar, ensuring a seamless and visually appealing experience for guests.
Comfortable Seating Options
Guests can enjoy their coffee on solid ash benches scattered throughout the café or opt for banquette seating along the windows, providing a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
Blue Bottle South Park stands as a testament to minimalist design principles, where simplicity meets functionality to create an inviting oasis for coffee enthusiasts in the bustling heart of the city.
