Singapore’s Voids Cafe takes up just 28sqm, carved out of a concrete block
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Singapore’s tiny Voids Cafe is carved out of a monolithic concrete block, reshaped to produce an operational space in just 28sqm.
The design, by Studio SKLim’s and featured by online architectural magazine Designboom, was inspired by the “empty space in a coffee cup or matcha bowl” with negative spaces and circular geometries “consistently carried throughout the rest of the built form, carving out seating booths, countertops, display shelves, and overhanging canopies”.
“In this condensed space, it was essential that we balanced the numerous kitchen inventory with the customer zones, utilizing every nook to add to that experience,” said a representative of the studio.
The block features several working and customer zones, such as an experience corner, a takeaway counter, booths, and a counter for conducting workshops and making drinks.
Questions & Answers
Q.What inspired the design of Voids Cafe?
What inspired the design of Voids Cafe?
The design was inspired by the empty space found in a coffee cup or matcha bowl. This concept influenced the use of negative spaces and circular geometries throughout the cafe's built form.
Q.Which design elements were consistently applied within the cafe's compact space?
Which design elements were consistently applied within the cafe's compact space?
Negative spaces and circular geometries were consistently used. These elements were carried throughout the cafe to carve out seating booths, countertops, display shelves, and overhanging canopies within the small area.
Q.What different zones does Voids Cafe incorporate into its small footprint?
What different zones does Voids Cafe incorporate into its small footprint?
Voids Cafe features several working and customer zones. These include an experience corner, a takeaway counter, booths for seating, and a counter specifically for conducting workshops and making drinks.
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