Rise and Grind Cafe
This cafe concept was designed and executed by me as a personal project. It was my goal to create an environment that was modern, rustic, a bit industrial, but also warm and inviting. Taking inspiration from a year working remotely, I imagined a space that was great for working both alone and with other people. This place has great coffee, and brings together creative minds through events, workshops, and a communal spaces to collaborate. It’s open early and open late, perfect for the focused creative.
Process
To create a space that feels open, I gravitated towards the idea of large windows. I designed the composition to be centered around the window, creating a feeling of being connected to the outside world, while adding depth. To give the space the rustic, warmer feeling, I made all frame around the window and shelving all authentic wood. I often find natural elements in a space like wood and plants help enhance creativity. I added decor that feels minimalistic to enhance the space, while avoiding distractions for a full productive day of creating.
Branding
The logo was designed specifically for this cafe concept. I used my branding and lettering experience to create a custom hand-drawn logo, fitting the “Rise and Grind” concept. Featuring heavy-weight letters, with yet a friendly roundness, its the perfect way to say, we’re here to work, we’re here to collaborate, we have really good coffee. The coffee is artisan, which makes total sense with the cafe vibe.