Bumble Los Altos

Name: Bumble Los Altos
Location: Los Altos, California

I love it when companies take design seriously, but realize that design doesn't have to be serious. When Bumble Los Altos showed up in my inbox, I couldn't have been more excited. The entire space was created on the concept of family dining and features multiple spaces for eating & playing. The entire space feels like you have entered a great friend's home, rather than a restaurant.

There is a communal dining space perfect for group get-togethers, bar for a quick lunch or glass of wine, lounge and play space centered around an interactive fish tank, indoor and outdoor play spaces for kids and outdoor patio for date nights.

Keeping the colors simple and sticking to a neutral palate with hits of grey and yellow, keeps the space bright, inviting and fun.


What I enjoyed most about this space, and concept, was that the entire space was designed for families but wasn't overly simplified. It reminds us that family dining can go beyond ball pits and happy meals.

All photos © Bumble Los Alto

Cocotte

Name: Cocotte
Location: Singapor
Design: Branding by Foreign Policy Design

Located in Singapore, Cocotte serves up rustic, French cuisine in a setting fitting of the food. The space feels comfortable and rustic and showcases a mix of industrial furnishings and antique french accessories. Foreign Policy Design created the graphic design and identity for the space and did a great job mixing the comfortable, rustic aesthetic with an urban, modern edge. One of my favorite elements of the space is the brightly painted Tolix chairs and Mooi pendant hanging overhead. It perfectly encapsulates the overall feel of the restaurant.

Pendant fixture design by Ron Gilads for Mooi

 

All Images © Whitezine via Cocotte

Coming Soon: The Nomad Hotel

Name: The Nomad Hotel
Location: NYC
Designer: Jacques Garcia

Set to open early this year, The Nomad Hotel, opening up on Broadway & 28th, is much anticipated among design-savy travelers. The hotel will feature two restaurants, a lounge, and a seasonal rooftop terrace. The food program will be run by Daniel Humm & Will Guidara who also run Eleven Madison Park.

All images © The Nomad Hotel

Pio Pio

Name: Pio Pio
Location: New York
Designer: Sebastian Mariscal

Pio Pio is a great example of materiality in a space. The space features three predominant materials; concrete, wood & stone. By showcasing these materials and using large quantities, it creates a wonderful visual and warm tone. The addition of the large graphics adds a nice punch of contrast to the overall space.

All images © The Coolist

Moomah

Name: Moomah 

Location: New York

Design: Tracey Stewart, Branding by Apartment One

Moomah is a self-dubbed 'creative cafe' located in the heart of NYC's Soho district. It is a space for parents and children and not only acts as a cafe, but also as a community hub. What I enjoy about the space is the fact that the design plays to all age groups. It features classic details like breadboard and frosted glass, with industrial and found touches thrown throughout. Another great aspect of the space is the graphic design. As a creative cafe space, enforcing that creative component is a crucial detail. I can see this as a great space for families or individuals looking to spark a bit of creativity.

Images 1 & 2© Urban Style Vibes

Image3 © Brooklyn Skillshare

Image 4-6 © Design Sponge

Cook & Book

Name: Cook & Book
Location: Brussels, Belgium

This quirky bookshop located in Belgium, is quite the visual treat. While a bookshop primarily, they also serve food! Each section of the shop is themed to the type of literature and in each themed room, is an area dedicated to dining & food. With each section completely different than the previous, it is easy to have a different experience each and every time you go.

Comics:

Travel:

Music:

Life style:

Literature:

Cuisine:

English Library:

All Photos © Cook & Book

Aspen Social Club

Name: Aspen Social Club
Location: New York
Designer: Steve Lewis (Lewis + Dizon Design)


A far cry from the hustle & bustle of Times Square, located just outside the front doors, Aspen offers a warm and cozy respite. Tucked inside the Stay Hotel, this Colorado-ski-loft-inspired space offers guests a New York twist on the traditional design. Warm and rustic woods, dark colors and antlers abound while seamlessly complimenting the modern birch-etched glass in the main dining space.

Images 1-4 © Swipelife